12 Questions
What is armchair psychology?
Diagnosing a behavior without actual expertise
Why can armchair psychology be a problem?
It can normalize sickness and exaggerate normal behaviors
What is critical thinking defined as?
Conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information
Why is critical thinking not universal?
Because everyone has different perspectives and experiences
Which type of thinking comprises the scientific method?
Critical thinking
How does critical thinking vary?
It varies based on the quality and depth of an individual's experience
What is the focus of economic thinking?
Focusing on the choices people make
Which approach is described as passive or indiscriminate in absorbing information?
Sponging
What is the main focus of descriptive issues?
Describing or explaining phenomena without making judgments
Which type of thinking involves questioning the basic beliefs of human nature and the distinction between appearance and reality?
Philosophical thinking
What is the characteristic of prescriptive issues?
Look for statements expressing preferences and values
Which type of thinking focuses on logic, deduction, and induction?
Philosophical thinking
Explore the concept of armchair psychology and its potential problems. Learn about labeling behaviors without a proper diagnosis and its consequences, including normalization of illnesses and medication mismanagement.
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