The Just World Hypothesis Refers to

question 70

Multiple Choice

The just world hypothesis refers to

• A) the belief that positive events are more likely than negative events.
• B) the belief that people get what they deserve and deserve what they get.
• C) a tendency to blame our own failures on external events.
• D) a tendency to expect the best of people about whom we care.

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Definitions:

Lewy Body

Abnormal aggregations of protein that develop inside nerve cells, contributing to Parkinson's disease and dementia.

Frontotemporal Degeneration

A group of brain disorders caused by the progressive loss of nerve cells in the frontal and/or temporal lobes, affecting behavior, language, and movement.

Protein B-amyloid

A protein involved in the formation of amyloid plaques in the brain, associated with Alzheimer's disease.

Impaired Memory

A condition characterized by the reduced ability to recall past events, learn new information, or form new memories, which can significantly impact daily functioning.