1-22.The Life Events and Difficulty Schedule

question 87

Multiple Choice

1-22.The Life Events and Difficulty Schedule

• A)is another name for the Social Readjustment Rating Scale.
• B)allows the rater to consider the person's unique circumstances.
• C)was developed prior to the Social Readjustment Rating Scale.
• D)does not provide any more information than the Social Readjustment Rating Scale.

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Definitions:

Solomon Asch

A prominent psychologist known for his research on conformity, including his famous experiments demonstrating how people could be influenced to contradict their own accuracy for group consensus.

Halo Effect

The cognitive bias where the perception of one positive trait (such as attractiveness) leads to the unfounded assumption of other positive traits, such as intelligence or morality.

Rarity Principle

A concept in economics and marketing suggesting that rare or scarce items are perceived as more valuable.

Plentiful Opportunities

The abundant availability or presence of options or circumstances for action or engagement.