The part of the limbic system that responds to signals from the amygdala and the hippocampus by producing cortisol is called the ______

Fill in the blank with correct word


hypothalamus

Psychology

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The ego experiences when the id urges to seek impulsive gratification or when the superego imposes shame and guilt

a. anxiety b. depression c. desire d. withdrawal

Psychology

A psychologist examines six personality tests. She suspects that four of the tests are really measuring the same personality trait and that the other two measure another personality trait. What kind of research should the psychologist conduct to test her hypothesis?

A. A field study B. A case study C. Factor analysis D. Idiographic research

Psychology

Joyce's baby was born prior to 38 weeks after conception. Her baby is known as a __________ infant

a. mature c. post-term b. preterm d. full-term

Psychology

The most accurate statement with regard to the genetic influences of attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder is

A. there are no known genetic influences B. there appears to be a single gene influence C. there appear to be multiple genetic influences D. deflects on the Y chromosomes are the major influence

Psychology