For question 1, you chose option C: "study all research findings before treating mental disorders." The correct answer is actually option A: "gather empirical evidence, rather than rely on their hunches."
To determine the correct answer, you should carefully analyze the information provided in the question. The introductory statement mentions that the majority of psychologists draw information from different schools of thought. However, it also states that psychologists generally agree on the importance of something. In this case, the question asks about what psychologists agree is important.
Option A, gathering empirical evidence, aligns with the scientific approach that psychologists take. Empirical evidence refers to data collected through systematic observation and measurement. Psychologists rely on empirical evidence to make informed decisions and conclusions in their practice. This approach is favored over relying on personal hunches or intuition, which may be subjective and biased.
For question 2, you chose option A: "cognitive thoughts that might affect a person's actions, feelings, and choices." This is the correct answer.
When answering this type of question, it is important to carefully read the question and familiarize yourself with the different psychological perspectives. The learning perspective focuses on how the environment and experience influence behavior and learning. Option A specifically mentions cognitive thoughts, which refers to mental processes such as perception, memory, and problem-solving. This aligns with the learning perspective, which emphasizes how cognitive processes affect a person's actions, feelings, and choices.
Well done on choosing the correct answer for question 2! Remember to carefully analyze the information provided in the question and use your knowledge of the different psychological perspectives to choose the most appropriate answer.