Some of the most convincing evidence that helps to explain the observed increase in the incidence of anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa over the past half century is
a. improved diagnostic and reporting practices
b. concurrent increases in the rate of depression.
c. the generally improved health of the society and an increased emphasis on diet and exercise.
d. the decrease in the weight of both Miss America contestants and Playboy centerfold models.
d
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Almost all people with schizophrenia continue deteriorating steadily unless they receive treatment
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Shirley has been in an abusive relationship for 12 years. Her husband frequently hits her, often after little or no provocation. Shirley has been enduring this violence for so long that she has come to believe that she probably deserves the beatings. Her best friend has seen the bruises and has told her to leave her husband, but Shirley believes that leaving would be futile. Shirley could be said
to be experiencing A. the blaming the victim phenomenon. B. anomie. C. learned helplessness. D. enduring family violence syndrome.
Which of the following is the best answer to the question, “Why can’t we ever infer causality from correlational designs?”
a. Because we don’t manipulate any variables in correlational designs b. Because the order of occurrence of the variables is unknown in correlational designs c. Because correlational designs are not experimental d. Because experimental research methods are required in order to determine causal relationships
Social Psychology in Action Video 12: Strange SituationClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 381 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following question:The closing commentary indicates that it is believed there are long-term impacts of our early attachment style upon our later relationships. Reflect on your own life experience with parents or other caregivers who raised you as you progressed through childhood and towards adulthood. Describe what kind of attachment style you think you had with them as an infant.
What will be an ideal response?