Personnel Psychology Is One of the Main Subfields of

question 171

Multiple Choice

Personnel psychology is one of the main subfields of

• A) organizational psychology.
• B) industrial-organizational psychology.
• C) human factors psychology.
• D) social psychology.

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Definitions:

Irrational Process

Mental activities beyond logical reasoning, often influenced by emotions or subconscious thoughts.

Activating Event

In cognitive-behavioral therapy, an external situation or internal mental event that triggers a chain of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

Cognitive Dissonance

The state of having inconsistent thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes, especially as relating to behavioral decisions and attitude change.

Eustress

A positive form of stress that is perceived as beneficial, motivating, or enhancing to one's functioning.