Which of the Following Poses the Greatest Threat to the Credibility

question 323

Multiple Choice

Which of the following poses the greatest threat to the credibility of children's recollections of sexual abuse?

• A) repression
• B) proactive interference
• C) the misinformation effect
• D) positive transfer

Understand the concept and significance of the medical model in explaining abnormal behavior.

Recognize the criteria for determining abnormal behavior, including maladaptiveness and deviations from cultural norms.

Explain the process and importance of diagnosis and prognosis in psychological disorders.

Critique the medical model and understand alternative perspectives.

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Definitions:

Dissonance

A state of mental conflict or unease resulting from holding contradictory beliefs or attitudes.

Realistic Claims

Assertions about a product or service that are truthful, verifiable, and grounded in factual evidence, avoiding exaggeration.

Routine Decision Making

The process of making habitual or automatic choices with minimal effort or thought, typically for low-cost and frequently purchased items.

Selective Retention

A psychological process wherein individuals remember information that is most relevant or meaningful to them while ignoring or forgetting less significant details.