The cognitive social-learning theory of Albert Bandura places the LEAST amount of emphasis on
a. attitudes and beliefs.
b. genetic predispositions to behave.
c. prior history of reinforcement.
d. stimuli available in the environment.
Answer: b. genetic predispositions to behave.
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A) normal, especially in the first months of bereavement. B) normal for the first year after being widowed. C) abnormal, as it's a sign of being emotionally disturbed. D) normal, but only among religious widows.