The term hormic psychology refers to the study of:

A) hormones and behaviour.
B) emotion.
C) instinctive behaviour.
D) motivation.


D) motivation.

Psychology

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Under what circumstances should the last names of all authors of a three- to five-author reference be included with the citation in the body of the text?

a. always b. never c. the first time the citation occurs d. only if necessary to distinguish it from other references

Psychology

A new noninvasive treatment that has shown success as an adjunct therapy together with cognitive therapy to treat compulsive gambling is

a. transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). b. eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). c. deep lesioning of the limbic system. d. electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).

Psychology

Predictive validity is a subtype of __________ validity

a. criterion-related b. concurrent c. discriminant d. content

Psychology

Optimal aging is

A) facilitated by societal contexts that promote effective person–environment fit. B) easily measurable by examining cognitive performance, cardiovascular functioning, and degree of disability. C) measured by examining each older adult's specific achievements and physical characteristics. D) a concept that only applies to older adults who are financially secure and socially supported.

Psychology