PSYC8S16 Homework Assignment

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PSYC 8 – Homework #1 (75 points) – Due Feb 18 1. What does the website suggest about the use of Focus as a treatment for ADHD? How does the site back it up? They suggested that the use of Focus ... will help to promotes healthy concentration, motivation and performance in all ages. The site back it up by including personal reviews of people that have used it and by including that it is 100% safe, non-addictive, natural herbal remedy specially formulated by their team of experts in natural medicine and a clinical psychologist. 2. The website mentions that Focus is “specially formulated by a practicing clinical psychologist.” Does including this information back up the claims on the website? Why or why not? If we took this information at face value, which form of evidence would we be relying on? What are the problems associated with this way of knowing? Yes and no. Yes, because it is a good proof for people that wants to use this product that it is safe because it is formulated by professionals but also no because not everything “on-line” is credible unless it’s proven. 3. Your aunt and uncle are concerned that their five-year-old son might have ADHD. They are strongly considering purchasing Focus for $38.95. Knowing that you are studying psychology, they ask you what you think about the idea. What advice would you give them? I would advise them to seek a doctor’s advice or anyone professional about medicines to confirm if Focus is legit and safe for their five-year-old son or find real reviews about them. [Show More]

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