Debates

What is one potential criticism of positive psychology?

• It overlooks the importance of human flourishing and well-being.

• It fails to address the issue of mental health disorders.

• It places too much emphasis on negative emotions.

• It neglects the role of cognitive processes in human behavior

What is at the core of the ethics of neuroscience debate?

• The use of animals in research

• The potential benefits of neuroscientific discoveries

• The ethical treatment of human participants in studies

• The use of invasive brain manipulation techniques

Using conditioning techniques to control the behavior of children is often related to:

• Behaviorist theories

• Psychoanalytic approaches

• Cognitive developmental theories

• Humanistic psychology

The debate regarding the relevance of positive psychology in today's society pertains to:

• The applicability of psychoanalysis in clinical settings

• The importance of understanding human suffering

• The role of positive emotions and well-being in psychological research

• The effectiveness of behaviorist approaches in education

What is a potential benefit of the mother as the primary care-giver debate?

• Improved family dynamics

• Greater understanding of diverse parenting models

• Enhanced communication skills in children

• Reduced stress in children

What is a key ethical concern related to using conditioning techniques on children?

• The potential for overprotection

• Violation of children's autonomy and consent

• Lack of discipline in childhood

• The impact on children's cognitive development

The reliability of eye-witness testimony debate primarily focuses on:

• The accuracy of witness statements in court

• The influence of the media on witness recall

• The role of cognitive biases in eyewitness testimony

• The reliability of children as witnesses

The debate over the mother as the primary care-giver primarily concerns:

• Gender roles in parenting

• The role of fathers in child-rearing

• The influence of peers on children

• Parenting techniques

Which ethical consideration relates to the use of neuroimaging technologies?

• Privacy concerns

• Research costs

• Informed consent

• Data analysis

Which factor is most likely to reduce the reliability of eye-witness testimony?

• A longer delay between the event and the testimony

• Witnesses with strong cognitive schemas

• Increased confidence of the witness

• The use of leading questions in interviews