Social-Cognitive Theories Are LEAST Likely to Be Criticized for Neglecting

question 96

Multiple Choice

Social-cognitive theories are LEAST likely to be criticized for neglecting the importance of

• A) environmental influences.
• B) unconscious motives.
• C) personality traits.
• D) genetic influences.

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Definitions:

Interference

Interference in psychology refers to the phenomenon where the learning of new information disrupts the recall of previously-learned information.

Psychodynamic Repression

It is a defense mechanism postulated in psychodynamic theory where unwanted thoughts and desires are unconsciously pushed out of awareness.

Recovered Memories

Memories of traumatic events that are suddenly recalled after being unconsciously blocked for a period of time.

Misinformation Effect

The misinformation effect occurs when a person's recall of episodic memories becomes less accurate due to post-event information.