After the 1960s,the Changes in the Way the U

question 72

Multiple Choice

After the 1960s,the changes in the way the U.S.dealt with crime reflected the fact that

• A)political agendas controlled the response to crime.
• B)we cannot avoid making choices about how to use the police,courts,and corrections system most effectively.
• C)population changes in specific age groups alter crime rates.
• D)one cannot predict legislative changes in crime.

Identify the primary areas of specialization within psychology and their central concerns.

Describe the influence of biological, cultural, and environmental factors on behavior and mental processes.

Understand the professional and scientific nature of psychology and its application to daily life and societal issues.

Grasp the impact of positive psychology on the field and its emphasis on strengths, well-being, and positive individual traits.

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Definitions:

REM Sleep

Rapid eye movement sleep; a recurring sleep stage during which vivid dreams commonly occur. Also known as paradoxical sleep, because the muscles are relaxed (except for minor twitches) but other body systems are active.

Jerky Movements

Sudden, quick movements that are not smooth or controlled, often involuntary, and can be a symptom of various neurological conditions.

Eyes

Organs of vision that detect light and convert it into electro-chemical impulses in neurons, allowing for sight.

Hallucinations

False sensory experiences, such as seeing something in the absence of an external visual stimulus.