In the context of psychological perspectives, which of the following statements is most likely true of the cognitive perspective?
A. The particular language people learn and use shapes their way of thinking and perceiving.
B. Behavior, thought, feelings, and personality are influenced by differences in basic genetic, epigenetic, and neurological systems between individuals.
C. The immediate and larger environments impact and mold a person's personality from birth on.
D. Early childhood experience and relationships with parents are guiding forces that shape personality development.
Answer: A
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Anderson and colleagues (2010) have conducted extensive research on the effects of violent video games. Their research suggests
A) no causal link between short-term effects of video game playing and behaviour, but correlational data suggested that long-term exposure results in delinquent behaviour. B) no causal link between the effects of video game playing and behaviour. C) a short-term immediate effect on thoughts and behaviour from playing a violent game can be found but no detrimental long-term effects were evident. D) there is a causal link between violent video game playing and aggressive thoughts, emotions, and behaviour. E) adults and university students show few effects of violent video game playing but an increase in aggression was seen in children who had aggressive tendencies.
Describe the benefits and drawbacks of the use of case studies in research on psychopathology.
What will be an ideal response?