Cognitive Psychologists Would Be Least Interested in

question 67

Multiple Choice

Cognitive psychologists would be least interested in

• A)mental representations.
• B)memory.
• C)perception.
• D)behavior in social settings.

Distinguish the similarities and differences between cognitive therapy (CT) and rational-emotive behavior therapy (REBT).

Understand the utilization of meta-analysis in evaluating psychotherapy effectiveness.

Recognize the significance of couple therapy and its application in resolving relationship problems.

Understand the duty of insurers to investigate claims and the consequences of bad faith denial.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where there is discomfort from holding conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes.

Leonard Berkowitz

An American social psychologist known for his research on aggression, proposing the cognitive neoassociation model of aggressive behavior.

Frustration-aggression Hypothesis

A psychological theory suggesting that aggression is often the result of frustration, or the blockage of achieving a desired goal.

Hostile Aggression

Aggressive behavior that is performed with the intent to cause harm or injury to another.