Which of the Following Psychological Approaches Is Matched Correctly to Its

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following psychological approaches is matched correctly to its view of human nature?

• A)psychodynamic----------------positive, philosophical view
• B)behaviorist---------------------neutral, scientific, somewhat mechanistic view
• C)humanistic---------------------somewhat negative, pessimistic view
• D)cognitive-----------------------positive, philosophical view

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Definitions:

Early Childhood

A critical period in human development extending from birth to approximately 8 years of age, characterized by rapid physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth.

Controls

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Abnormal Psychology

The scientific study of abnormal behavior undertaken to describe, predict, explain, and change abnormal patterns of functioning.

Research Method

Techniques, strategies, and tools used to identify, select, process, and analyze information about a subject.