Question 1

Evidence of clinical depression includes loss of concentration,disruptive sleep,obsession over details at work,exhaustion,and diagnosed depression.

Accepted Answer

These are all common symptoms of clinical depression and can be used as evidence of its presence.

Question 2

Women are more likely than men to be bullied at work.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that women are more likely to experience workplace bullying, with factors such as gender stereotypes and discrimination playing a role in this phenomenon.

Question 3

The retribution bias is the underlying defense mechanism that states aggressive individuals think that taking revenge is more important than preserving relationships.

Accepted Answer

The statement accurately describes the retribution bias as a defense mechanism, where individuals prioritize seeking revenge over maintaining relationships.

Question 4

The derogation of target bias is the underlying defense mechanism that states aggressive individuals see those they wish to make (or have made)targets of aggressions as intellectually incompetent.

Accepted Answer

The concept described does not match any well-established psychological defense mechanism or theory related to aggression and bias. Defense mechanisms typically involve the ego's efforts to reduce anxiety, not the derogation of others to justify aggression.

Question 5

The hostile attribution bias is the underlying defense mechanism to justify aggressive behaviors that states aggressive individuals think that taking revenge is more important than preserving relationships.

Accepted Answer

Hostile attribution bias refers to the tendency of individuals to interpret others' ambiguous behaviors as hostile or aggressive, rather than attributing them to benign or neutral intentions, rather than justifying aggressive behaviors or prioritizing revenge over relationships.

Question 6

The social discounting bias is the underlying defense mechanism that states aggressive individuals believe that social customs reflect free will and the opportunity to satisfy their own needs.

Accepted Answer

The statement accurately describes the social discounting bias, which is a cognitive bias where individuals place less value on future rewards if they involve a social interaction, such as cooperating with another person. This bias can be observed in aggressive individuals who prioritize their own needs and view social customs as limitations on their behavior.

Question 7

Individuals who report severe forms of bullying identify experiencing job burn-out,rage,and post-traumatic stress disorder

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

The underlying defense mechanisms used by individuals to justify aggressive behaviors include hostile attribution bias,gender bias and social discounting bias.

Accepted Answer

The underlying defense mechanisms used by individuals to justify aggressive behaviors include hostile attribution bias, but not gender bias or social discounting bias. Gender bias and social discounting bias are not directly related to justifying aggressive behaviors; instead, they relate to broader social and cognitive biases. Hostile attribution bias specifically refers to the tendency to interpret others' behaviors as having hostile intent, which can justify aggressive responses.

Question 9

The potency bias is the underlying defense mechanism used by individuals to justify aggressive behaviors that has an implicit assumption that people tend to be motivated by a desire to harm others.

Accepted Answer

The potency bias is actually a tendency to overestimate one's own power and influence in situations, and is not necessarily related to aggressive behavior or assumptions about others' motivations.

Question 10

The potency bias is the underlying defense mechanism used to justify aggressive behaviors that has an implicit assumption by the aggressive individual that interactions with others are monitored by superiors to determine who will be promoted.

Accepted Answer

Potency bias is not a defense mechanism related to justifying aggressive behaviors based on monitoring by superiors for promotions. It refers to the tendency to perceive or portray something as more powerful or influential than it actually is, which is not specifically tied to aggression or workplace dynamics as described.

Question 11

Workplace bullying is occasional negative actions directed toward a person in authority that involve a power imbalance and create a hostile work environment.

Accepted Answer

Workplace bullying is not limited to actions directed toward a person in authority, but can be directed toward anyone in the workplace. Additionally, it is more than just occasional negative actions, but rather a pattern of behavior that creates a hostile environment.

Question 12

Evidence of clinical depression includes anxiety,excessive worry,disruptive sleep,stress headaches,and racing heart rate.

Accepted Answer

These symptoms can be associated with anxiety disorders, but clinical depression primarily involves persistent sadness, loss of interest, and other emotional and physical symptoms.

Question 13

Evidence of general anxiety disorder includes loss of concentration,disruptive sleep,obsession over details at work,exhaustion,and diagnosed depression.

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

Men are more likely than women to be bullied at work.

Accepted Answer

Studies and surveys often show that women are more likely to be bullied at work than men, experiencing higher rates of certain types of harassment and bullying behaviors.

Question 15

The social discounting bias is the underlying defense mechanism that states aggressive individuals see those they wish to make (or have made)targets of aggressions as evil,immoral,or untrustworthy.

Accepted Answer

The social discounting bias refers to the tendency to value the welfare of people less the further they are from us in social space or time, not to the perception of individuals as targets of aggression.

Question 16

Bullying involves offense behaviors that do not effect the average employee's work environment.

Accepted Answer

Bullying can affect the average employee's work environment by creating a hostile or intimidating atmosphere that can lead to decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, and even physical or mental health problems for the employees being bullied.

Question 17

Evidence of general anxiety disorder includes feeling edgy or irritable and constantly on guard,having recurrent nightmares and flashbacks,and needing to avoid the feelings or thought that remind the bully person of the trauma.

Accepted Answer

The symptoms described mix elements of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) such as feeling edgy or irritable and constantly on guard, with symptoms more characteristic of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), such as having recurrent nightmares, flashbacks, and avoiding reminders of trauma.

Question 18

The categories of aggressive workplace behavior include expressions of hostility,obstructionism,and overt aggression.

Accepted Answer

The statement accurately lists the categories of aggressive workplace behavior as expressions of hostility, obstructionism, and overt aggression.

Question 19

The hostile attribution bias is the underlying defense mechanism used by individuals to justify aggressive behaviors that has an implicit assumption that people tend to be motivated by a desires to harm others.

Accepted Answer

The statement correctly defines the hostile attribution bias as a cognitive bias that involves perceiving others as being motivated by hostile intentions even when none exist, leading to justifying aggressive behaviors.

Question 20

Evidence of general anxiety disorder includes anxiety,excessive worry,disruptive sleep,stress headaches,and racing heart rate.

Accepted Answer

These are some common symptoms of general anxiety disorder, but a proper diagnosis should be made by a qualified healthcare professional.

Quiz 8: Workplace Stress and Aggression: Part A