Experts Describe Typical Characteristics of Perpetrators of Mass Shootings as Including

question 25

Multiple Choice

Experts describe typical characteristics of perpetrators of mass shootings as including:

• A) having access to weapons powerful enough to satisfy their need for revenges
• B) finding emotional support from friends or family
• C) a tendency to internalize blame
• D) heightened ability to cope with life's disappointments
• E) able to overcome catastrophic precipitating events

Understand the role of cognitive distortions and maladaptive assumptions in anxiety disorders.

Distinguish between fear and anxiety in terms of psychological responses.

Identify various therapeutic approaches and their effectiveness in treating anxiety disorders.

Explore the cognitive theories explaining generalized anxiety disorder, including metacognitive and intolerance of uncertainty theories.

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