Asked by Jacob Cassar on May 10, 2024
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A psychologist knows the man he is testing wants to be admitted into the psychiatric ward of the hospital. With which problem should the psychologist be concerned?
A) Faking good
B) Faking bad
C) Social desirability
D) Acquiescence response
Faking Bad
Deliberately exaggerating or lying about one's psychological or physical symptoms for personal gain, such as avoiding work or receiving compensation.
Psychiatric Ward
A hospital or specific hospital ward dedicated to the treatment and care of individuals with mental health disorders.
Psychologist Concern
Topics, issues, or areas of interest that are of particular importance or relevance to professionals in psychology.
- Recognize prevalent techniques and obstacles in evaluating personality.
- Understand the moral implications of personality testing, especially concerning the possibilities for bias and inaccuracies.
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Araseli MartinezMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The psychologist should be concerned with the possibility that the man is faking bad, or intentionally trying to appear more mentally ill than he actually is, in an attempt to be admitted to the psychiatric ward. This is a known phenomenon called "hospitalization neurosis." Faking good (A) refers to a person trying to appear psychologically healthy, while social desirability (C) refers to a person trying to appear socially acceptable or desirable. Acquiescence response (D) refers to a person agreeing with statements or questions regardless of their content, and is not directly related to the goal of being admitted to a psychiatric ward.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize prevalent techniques and obstacles in evaluating personality.
- Understand the moral implications of personality testing, especially concerning the possibilities for bias and inaccuracies.