At the End of the Nineteenth Century, Children with Normal

question 6

Multiple Choice

 At the end of the nineteenth century, children with normal cognitive abilities but disturbing behavior were thought to be ____.

• A) suffering from "moral insanity"
• B) imbeciles
• C) diseased
• D) possessed by the devil

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Definitions:

Aronson And Mills

Refers to researchers who developed the theory of cognitive dissonance through experiments that demonstrated how effort can influence attitude change.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where there is a feeling of discomfort caused by holding contradictory beliefs, values, or attitudes.

Severity Of Initiation

The degree of difficulty or discomfort associated with the process of becoming a member of a group, which can affect individuals' valuation of the group.

Cohesive Combat Groups

Military units that exhibit a high level of unity and teamwork, enhancing their effectiveness in combat situations.