Which of the following is unlikely to be a cognitive distortion held by an adult rapist? Question 9 options: a) I am married to the victim, so it is my right. b) The best way for a child to learn about sex is for someone to do it with them. c) The victim/survivor enjoyed it because they did not resist. d) Consent was implied because they invited me into their house for a coffee at the end of the night.

Answered: tim, so it is my right. b) The best…

Ciccarelli: Psychology_5 (5th Edition)

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ISBN:9780134477961

Author:Saundra K. Ciccarelli, J. Noland White

Publisher:Saundra K. Ciccarelli, J. Noland White

Chapter1: The Science Of Psychology

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Which of the following is unlikely to be a cognitive distortion held by an adult rapist?

Question 9 options:

a)	I am married to the victim, so it is my right.

b)	The best way for a child to learn about sex is for someone to do it with them.

c)	The victim/survivor enjoyed it because they did not resist.

d)	Consent was implied because they invited me into their house for a coffee at the end of the night.

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Introduction

Psychologists study cognitive distortions held by people. As per psychologists, cognitive distortion is an irrational thought, belief, idea, or perception that can lead to false judgment and negative thinking. These cognitive distortions can lead to psychological disorders like depression, anxiety, maladaptive behaviors, etc that affect one's well-being and day-to-day functionings.