Compare the relative efficacy of methylphenidate (Ritalin), dietary restrictions (e.g., sugar, food additives), and barbiturates in the treatment of the primary symptoms of attention deficit disorders in children
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Ritalin reduces the core symptoms of ADHD (impulsivity, distractibility, excessive fidgetiness) in about 60-80 of ADHD children and improves most aspects of their classroom behavior and performance and interactions with their teachers and peers, but does not seem to induce substantial longterm benefits in overall cognitive functioning (e.g., I.Q.). Elimination of potential allergens like food additives and salicylates (e.g., the Feingold diet) seems to benefit a small minority (approximately 5%) of ADHD children. Barbiturates (sedative-hypnotics) are not effective at all and may actually be worse than placebo in ADHD children.
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Explain criticisms of Eli Ginzberg's career choice theory.
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Over time, lowered activation of social brain circuitry in autism may lead to impaired social communication, which may lead to further delays in development of the social brain. This is an example of __________.
A. a pure genetic effect on brain development B. a pure effect of the environment on brain development C. a bidirectional effect involving brain development and social experience D. a one-way effect of brain development on social behavior
What is the most common group of female sex workers?
a. Streetwalkers b. Call girls c. Online sex providers d. Exotic dancers
According to the _____ _____, we tend to date people who are similar to ourselves
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