A child who is beginning to display symptoms which may be related to parental neglect would benefit from a/n________ prevention program

"Professor Wilson," asks Jeremy, who is a freshman in class, "I had a really tough week and wanted to know if I can turn in our term paper a week late. I just haven't had time to write it!" Given that this request comes on the Friday the paper is due,

Professor Wilson declines the request. "Then would it be okay if I get it to you on Monday, or even email it to you tomorrow?" To this changed request, Professor Williams agrees. Professor Williams is obviously not a psychology teacher, otherwise he would know he was just a victim of the __________ technique. a. bait-and-switch b. foot-in-the-door c. door-in-the-face d. lowball

The self-instruction, "There is no reason to be afraid," serves to

a. reduce anxiety. b. focus attention. c. guide behavior. d. provide encouragement.