Nathan has a seven-year history of mild mood swings. When he is "high," he is coherent; when he is "low," he is never suicidal or unable to function. What is the best diagnosis for Nathan?
a. cyclothymic disorder
b. bipolar disorder, mixed
c. major depressive disorder, mixed
d. dysthymic disorder
a
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How does alcohol lead to the behavioral problems associated with fetal alcohol syndrome?
a. It prevents the transmission of inhibitory synaptic messages b. It causes too much myelin to form around the axons in the brain. c. It causes some neurons that get too little stimulation to self-destruct. d. It prevents oxygen and nutrition from reaching the brain of the fetus.
What is one characteristic of a useful theory?
a. They allow us to eliminate conflicting ideas. b. They are broad enough to be true for all humans. c. They enable laypersons to codify behavior. d. They allow us to make predictions.
The ___ is an excellent job analysis method for obtaining the physical abilities needed to perform a job
a. JCI b. PAQ c. F-JAS d. AET
Which defense mechanism involves fulfilling unmet desires in imagined achievements or activities?
a. compensation b. rationalization c. intellectualization d. fantasy