Which Is the BEST Example of the Idiographic Approach

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which is the BEST example of the idiographic approach?

• A) a detailed study of one case
• B) a study of the most effective treatment for phobias
• C) a study of the relative frequency of horse and rat phobias among adults
• D) a review of all of a clinician's phobic patient cases

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Definitions:

Self-monitoring

The ability of individuals to regulate their behavior to appropriately adapt to different social situations or to achieve personal goals.

Self-affirmation

The practice of reminding oneself of one's values and positive attributes as a way to protect self-esteem against threats.

Self-complexity

Describes the extent to which an individual's self-concept consists of multiple, distinct aspects or identities.

Ingratiation

A social influence tactic involving deliberate efforts to win someone's favor or approval, often through flattery or other forms of manipulation.