When Might You First Be Persuaded That the Guest Speaker

question 26

Multiple Choice

When might you first be persuaded that the guest speaker for your class is an authority?

• A) After hearing and critically considering their presentation
• B) After evaluating their qualifications
• C) Watching them confidently and professionally interact with your professor before the presentation
• D) Hearing that they have been invited to speak in your class

Recognize the importance of security in childhood for healthy personality development.

Understand the concept of self-image and its importance in Horney's theory.

Appreciate the influence of personal and professional experiences on Horney's theoretical development.

Understand the coping mechanisms described by Horney for dealing with basic anxiety.

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Definitions:

Fear Circuit

A neural pathway in the brain that is responsible for detecting and responding to threats, critical in the process of experiencing and expressing fear.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

The parasympathetic nervous system is one of the two divisions of the autonomic nervous system, responsible for conserving energy and promoting a state of calm and rest in the body.

GABA

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, a neurotransmitter in the brain that helps regulate nervous system activity and is involved in reducing excitability and promoting calmness.

Social Skills Training

A type of psychological therapy that teaches individuals the skills needed to communicate and interact effectively with others.