At the beginning of the chapter, the author uses the example of the Disney movie "The Program" to illustrate
a. the effects of globalization.
b. the lack of parental control.
c. the power of advertising.
d. the complexity of media influences on adolescents.
Answer: d. the complexity of media influences on adolescents.
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Individuals with prefrontal cortex damage engaged in a risky gambling task will show emotional arousal:
A) prior to a risky play. B) after experiencing a win but not a loss. C) after experiencing a loss but not a win. D) to both wins and losses.
Circumcision is typically done to male babies at the age of one week. Their reactions to circumcision
a. support the idea that pain sensitivity develops later. b. are poorly known because most babies sleep through it. c. indicate that they experience stress and pain during circumcision. d. show that male macho "tough-mindedness" may be innate.
Which item is a primary reinforcer?
A) the exclamation "Good job!" B) a compliment about one's physical appearance C) escaping the frigid cold by going inside D) stickers given to a child for good behaviour
Which of the following is found in the definition of the term Psychology?
a. Scientific study b. Cognition c. Relationships d. Experimental methods