Can a person be addicted to the Internet?
a. No, the Internet is not a chemical substance, so it does not impact the brain in a way that creates addiction.
b. Yes, Internet use definitely has been shown to be as addictive as drugs or alcohol.
c. No, but compulsive processes and behavioral compulsions are problematic and need further study.
d. Yes, but Internet use is not as addictive as drugs or alcohol.
Ans: c
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a. children can take the perspective of others at an earlier age than Piaget believed. b. children cannot take the perspective of others until approximately age 7. c. Piaget's age ranges were very much on target. d. practice can influence when children can take the perspective of others.
If an adult were cloned, a nativist would predict that once born, the clone would
a. have to perceive the world as meaningful b. awaken with a meaningful understanding of the world. c. be unable to learn because it has the brain of an adult rather than an infant. d. have a mind like a blank slate.
Wendy bought a new car even though her old one was still in great shape. When her mom asked why, Wendy replied, "I've been working hard; I deserve a reward." This is an example of which kind of defense mechanism?
a. repression b. displacement c. projection d. rationalization
Early maturation in girls is associated with higher levels of
A. sexual abstinence when compared to late maturing girls. B. self-efficacy, especially in the adolescent years. C. vulnerability for depression and eating disorders. D. self-esteem throughout life.