Question 1

When you change your study goals to make less work than you planned seem like enough to be satisfied with yourself,you are using the principle of

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A)  hedonic adaptation. 
B)  classical conditioning. 
C)  behavior modification. 
D)  systematic desensitization. 
A)  hedonic adaptation. 
B)  classical conditioning. 
C)  behavior modification. 
D)  systematic desensitization. A

Question 2

What are the main qualities to look for in a good self-help book?

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When seeking out a good self-help book, there are several qualities you should look for to ensure that the book will be beneficial and effective in helping you achieve personal growth or overcome challenges. Here are some of the main qualities to consider:

1. **Credibility of the Author**: The author should have relevant qualifications, experience, or a proven track record in the field they are writing about. This could include academic credentials, professional expertise, or personal success stories.

2. **Evidence-Based Content**: Look for books that are based on scientific research, psychological principles, or well-established theories. The advice should be backed by evidence rather than just personal anecdotes or opinions.

3. **Actionable Advice**: A good self-help book should provide practical, actionable steps that you can apply to your life. It should offer clear guidance and strategies rather than vague concepts.

4. **Relatability**: The book should resonate with you and address issues that are relevant to your life and goals. It should be written in a way that you can relate to the examples and scenarios presented.

5. **Positive Reviews and Testimonials**: Check for reviews and testimonials from other readers. Positive feedback from people who have applied the book's teachings can be a good indicator of its effectiveness.

6. **Clarity and Organization**: The book should be well-organized, with a clear structure that makes it easy to follow. It should break down complex ideas into understandable segments.

7. **Inspiration and Motivation**: A good self-help book should inspire and motivate you to make changes. It should energize you and provide a sense of hope and possibility.

8. **Personal Growth Focus**: The book should focus on personal growth and self-improvement, encouraging self-reflection and self-awareness as tools for change.

9. **Balance of Theory and Practice**: While it's important to understand the 'why' behind the advice, a good self-help book should also emphasize the 'how'—providing exercises, worksheets, or prompts to help you put theory into practice.

10. **Accessibility**: The language used should be accessible and not overly technical or jargon-heavy. It should be easy to read and understand, regardless of the reader's background.

11. **Longevity**: The best self-help books contain timeless wisdom that remains relevant long after publication. They offer insights that are not just trendy but have enduring value.

12. **Ethical and Responsible Messaging**: The advice should be ethical and not encourage harmful behaviors or quick fixes. It should promote responsible and sustainable self-improvement.

When choosing a self-help book, it's also important to consider your personal preferences and the specific areas you want to improve in. A book that's perfect for one person might not be the right fit for another, so take the time to find one that aligns with your individual needs and aspirations.

Question 3

One way to determine that a self-help book may be legitimate is to

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A)  read the book jacket credentials of the author. 
B)  ask other people in the book store. 
C)  do an Internet search on the author. 
D)  call the publisher. 
A)  read the book jacket credentials of the author. 
B)  ask other people in the book store. 
C)  do an Internet search on the author. 
D)  call the publisher. C

Question 4

Which of the following is the best example of "overt" activity?

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A)  Eating 
B)  Thinking 
C)  Dreaming 
D)  Reasoning 
A)  Eating 
B)  Thinking 
C)  Dreaming 
D)  Reasoning

Question 5

Social psychologist Stanley Schachter hypothesized that changes in anxiety would relate to the need for affiliation.In this study,the independent variable was

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A)  amount of anxiety. 
B)  desire to be with others. 
C)  anxious subjects. 
D)  need for affiliation. 
A)  amount of anxiety. 
B)  desire to be with others. 
C)  anxious subjects. 
D)  need for affiliation.

Question 6

The term psychobabble applies to

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A)  key terms in the field of psychology. 
B)  vague,but "hip" language. 
C)  well-defined,meaningful language used in self-help books. 
D)  clear jargon that enhances effective communication. 
A)  key terms in the field of psychology. 
B)  vague,but "hip" language. 
C)  well-defined,meaningful language used in self-help books. 
D)  clear jargon that enhances effective communication.

Question 7

Discuss the relationship of religion to happiness.

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The relationship between religion and ha

Question 8

Our textbook is about

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A)  the challenge of living in our complex,modern world. 
B)  you. 
C)  life. 
D)  all of these. 
A)  the challenge of living in our complex,modern world. 
B)  you. 
C)  life. 
D)  all of these.

Question 9

A(n)___________ is a numerical index of the degree of relationship between two variables.

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A)  independent variable 
B)  correlation coefficient 
C)  survey coefficient 
D)  experimental coefficient 
A)  independent variable 
B)  correlation coefficient 
C)  survey coefficient 
D)  experimental coefficient

Question 10

Which of the following is the best definition of psychology?

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A)  The study of consciousness 
B)  The study of behavior and the profession that applies knowledge from these studies to solving practical problems 
C)  The study of abnormal behavior and the profession that applies knowledge from these studies to diagnosing and treating people with mental illness 
D)  The study of motivation,emotion,and memory 
A)  The study of consciousness 
B)  The study of behavior and the profession that applies knowledge from these studies to solving practical problems 
C)  The study of abnormal behavior and the profession that applies knowledge from these studies to diagnosing and treating people with mental illness 
D)  The study of motivation,emotion,and memory

Question 11

A good reward for studying is

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A)  finishing a college degree. 
B)  the grade at the end of the course. 
C)  something immediate like calling a friend or watching a TV show. 
D)  unimportant to being a successful student. 
A)  finishing a college degree. 
B)  the grade at the end of the course. 
C)  something immediate like calling a friend or watching a TV show. 
D)  unimportant to being a successful student.

Question 12

A correlation coefficient indicates the __________ and the ___________ of the relationship between two variables.

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A)  cause;effect 
B)  control;manipulation 
C)  strength;direction 
D)  positive;negative 
A)  cause;effect 
B)  control;manipulation 
C)  strength;direction 
D)  positive;negative

Question 13

According to research results,age accounts for ____ percent of people's happiness.

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A)  more than 90 
B)  about 50 
C)  less than 1 
D)  20 
A)  more than 90 
B)  about 50 
C)  less than 1 
D)  20

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a basis of empiricism?

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A)  Systematic observation 
B)  Testing hypotheses 
C)  Reasoning 
D)  Correlational methods 
A)  Systematic observation 
B)  Testing hypotheses 
C)  Reasoning 
D)  Correlational methods

Question 15

Successful students are more effective in

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A)  studying regardless of a schedule. 
B)  regulating their time. 
C)  cramming techniques. 
D)  tackling simple tasks first and saving larger tasks for later. 
A)  studying regardless of a schedule. 
B)  regulating their time. 
C)  cramming techniques. 
D)  tackling simple tasks first and saving larger tasks for later.

Question 16

Causes of happiness are easy to determine through the correlational research.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Psychologists' principal goal differs from other efforts because psychology is a science committed to

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A)  self-help. 
B)  speculation. 
C)  empiricism. 
D)  subjectivism. 
A)  self-help. 
B)  speculation. 
C)  empiricism. 
D)  subjectivism.

Question 18

The process of adjustment relates to

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A)  how people deal with stress. 
B)  behavior in groups. 
C)  friendship and love. 
D)  all of these. 
A)  how people deal with stress. 
B)  behavior in groups. 
C)  friendship and love. 
D)  all of these.

Question 19

The major disadvantage of correlational research is that it

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A)  is costly to carry out. 
B)  is artificial,and it is hard to apply the results to real-life settings. 
C)  is time-consuming and impractical. 
D)  cannot demonstrate what caused what effect. 
A)  is costly to carry out. 
B)  is artificial,and it is hard to apply the results to real-life settings. 
C)  is time-consuming and impractical. 
D)  cannot demonstrate what caused what effect.

Question 20

Taking a practice test increases performance on a test even more than studying for the same amount of time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

When you change your study goals to make less work than you planned seem like enough to be satisfied with yourself,you are using the principle of

What are the main qualities to look for in a good self-help book?

One way to determine that a self-help book may be legitimate is to

Which of the following is the best example of "overt" activity?

Social psychologist Stanley Schachter hypothesized that changes in anxiety would relate to the need for affiliation.In this study,the independent variable was

The term psychobabble applies to

Discuss the relationship of religion to happiness.

Our textbook is about

A(n)___________ is a numerical index of the degree of relationship between two variables.

Which of the following is the best definition of psychology?

A good reward for studying is

A correlation coefficient indicates the and the _ of the relationship between two variables.

According to research results,age accounts for ____ percent of people's happiness.

Which of the following is NOT a basis of empiricism?

Successful students are more effective in

Causes of happiness are easy to determine through the correlational research.

Psychologists' principal goal differs from other efforts because psychology is a science committed to

The process of adjustment relates to

The major disadvantage of correlational research is that it

Taking a practice test increases performance on a test even more than studying for the same amount of time.

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When you change your study goals to make less work than you planned seem like enough to be satisfied with yourself,you are using the principle of

What are the main qualities to look for in a good self-help book?

One way to determine that a self-help book may be legitimate is to

Which of the following is the best example of "overt" activity?

Social psychologist Stanley Schachter hypothesized that changes in anxiety would relate to the need for affiliation.In this study,the independent variable was

The term psychobabble applies to

Discuss the relationship of religion to happiness.

Our textbook is about

A(n)___________ is a numerical index of the degree of relationship between two variables.

Which of the following is the best definition of psychology?

A good reward for studying is

A correlation coefficient indicates the __________ and the ___________ of the relationship between two variables.

According to research results,age accounts for ____ percent of people's happiness.

Which of the following is NOT a basis of empiricism?

Successful students are more effective in

Causes of happiness are easy to determine through the correlational research.

Psychologists' principal goal differs from other efforts because psychology is a science committed to

The process of adjustment relates to

The major disadvantage of correlational research is that it

Taking a practice test increases performance on a test even more than studying for the same amount of time.

Theories of Personality

Stress and Its Effects

Coping Processes

Psychology and Physical Health

The Self

Social Thinking and Social Influence

Interpersonal Communication

Friendship and Love

Marriage and Intimate Relationships

Gender and Behavior

Development and Expression of Sexuality

Careers and Work

Psychological Disorders

Psychotherapy

Filters

A correlation coefficient indicates the and the _ of the relationship between two variables.