What Is a Key Characteristic of the Patronage System That

question 37

Multiple Choice

What is a key characteristic of the patronage system that sets it apart from the civil service system in police department hiring?

• A)Hiring decisions were notably influenced by a candidate's politics
• B)Hiring decisions were primarily made by politicians,rather than police officers
• C)Hiring decisions were made solely on the basis of a candidate's merit
• D)Hiring decisions were influenced by mentors charged with guiding candidates

Identify the use of behavior modification techniques in therapy, including token economies and contingency management.

Understand the concept and application of systematic desensitization in treating anxiety disorders.

Gain knowledge on the development and use of virtual reality (VR) therapy in treating phobias and PTSD.

Analyze the effectiveness of Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy in treating psychological disorders.

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