An elderly lady is greatly impressed by an astrologer who describes her as physically vigorous, innovative, and artistically creative. Her reaction to this flattering description is an example of
a. uncritical acceptance.
b. the confirmation bias.
c. the Gall effect.
d. the confusion of cause and effect.
A
Psychology
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a. a desire to win approval and self-chosen principles. b. authority and self-chosen principles. c. authority and a desire to win approval. d. self-interest and avoiding punishment.
Psychology
Studies of adopted children at high risk for developing schizophrenia found that __________ appeared to increase the likelihood that these children would show high levels of thought disorders.
A. vague, confusing, and unclear communication B. physical abuse C. permissive parenting D. divorce
Psychology