The idea that we have a set amount of an ability that cannot change.

A. growth mindset
B. fixed mindset
C. social comparison theory
D. downward social comparison

Ans: B. fixed mindset

Psychology

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Patrick's parents are reluctant to have him see a psychologist because they're afraid other family members will think they are "bad" parents. Their reluctance is most closely related to lack of resources in their local community

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the biological factors involved in conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder?

A. Neuroimaging studies show abnormalities in the functioning of the anterior cingulate, an area of the brain involved in responding to emotional stimuli. B. Children with conduct disorder are no more likely than healthy children to have deficits in tasks that measure planning and organizing ability. C. Neuroimaging studies show that children with biological disorder show more amygdala activity in response to emotional stimuli. D. Children diagnosed with conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder show that they process emotional cues the same way healthy children do.

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