The Authors State That Psychology Is A(n) ______ Profession

question 15

Multiple Choice

The authors state that psychology is a(n) ______ profession.

• A) applied
• B) often litigated
• C) mundane
• D) doctoral-level

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Definitions:

Stereotypical

Pertaining to a fixed, overly simplistic, and generalized belief or idea about a particular group of people or thing.

Defensive Attribution

A psychological process in which individuals attribute causes to events in a way that defends themselves from feelings of vulnerability and mortality.

Victims

Individuals who have suffered harm or injury as a result of an action or event.

Misfortune

An instance of bad luck or an unfortunate condition or event affecting someone's life or circumstances.