Melissa Is Fearful of Men and Refuses to Go Out

question 26

Multiple Choice

Melissa is fearful of men and refuses to go out on dates.Her therapist suggests that she is fearful because she was sexually abused by her father when she was young.The therapist's suggestion most clearly reflects a view that her fear is caused by

• A) epigenetics.
• B) conditioning.
• C) genes.
• D) cognition.

Grasp the definition and scope of psychology.

Identify ethical guidelines in psychological research.

Understand the experimental method and variables involved in psychological research.

Appreciate the importance of replicability in scientific research.

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Definitions:

Medical Diagnosis

The process by which a doctor determines which disease or condition explains a person's symptoms and signs.

Nursing Intervention

A direct action taken by healthcare professionals to address a patient's health need or medical condition.

Etiology

The study of the causes or origins of diseases or disorders, seeking to understand the factors that contribute to their development.

Social

Pertaining to societal, communal, or interpersonal interactions and dynamics that influence individuals' behavior and wellbeing.