In psychology, the first step in problem-solving is:
A) recognizing obstacles that block the path to a solution
B) determining a way to decrease the distance between the goal and the current status
C) understanding the problem
D) overcoming emotional barriers
Answer: C) understanding the problem
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Hypothetical-deductive reasoning is defined as
a. engaging in a systematic test of possible solutions. b. changing multiple variables to arrive at a single solution. c. monitoring one's own cognition in order to understand the issue. d. only being able to imagine realistic solutions.
Which of the following statements about the prevention and treatment of suicide is true?
A) It is nearly impossible to prevent adolescent suicide, as teenagers rarely exhibit warning signs around adults. B) Research shows that gun-control legislation that restricts the availability of handguns and other firearms to adolescents has little impact on suicide rates. C) Restraint by journalists in the media in publicizing teenage suicides aids prevention. D) Parents should not be concerned about teenagers' commenting, "I wish I were dead," because adolescents are overly dramatic.