Some researchers view alcoholism as the result of having a genetic predisposition to alcohol addiction while also having to cope with difficult life circumstances. This type of analysis is an example of
A. circular thinking.
B. biological etiology.
C. the diathesis-stress model.
D. the nature-nurture controversy.
Answer: C
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a. left b. right c. frontal d. rear
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a) A trucking company screens applicants using a personality test that measures risk-taking. b) A computer company decides to include a pillow to be used as a hand rest with each computer. c) A toy manufacturer increases the size of a warning label concerning a choking hazard to very young children. d) A department store uses psychological tests to select personnel because they have established that certain characteristics lead to happier and more productive employees.