Research results show that participants who shout their favorite curse words over and over can endure a painful stimulus longer than participants who shout a neutral word. For this study, the dependent variable is the amount of time that the pain is endured

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True

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The textbook lists several conditions that have been successfully treated with marijuana. Which condition is not listed?

a. ?asthma b. ?depression c. ?epilepsy d. ?glaucoma

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Dick's wife has started to complain that he is keeping her awake at night. She says that he seems to stop breathing in his sleep and then suddenly jerks awake, gasping for breath. This not only disturbs his sleep but also wakes her up. It is likely that Dick suffers from:

a. insomnia b. sleep apnea c. hypersomnia d. night terrors

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On a recent shopping trip with his mother, Devin stole a candy bar from a local store. After Mom explained why she was disappointed, she also let him know she still loved him. This is an example of _______

a. mastery b. unconditional positive regard c. conditional positive regard. d. self-efficacy

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Which of the following statements is consistent with the parental imperative theory?

A) Gender role identity is maintained during active parenting years to help ensure survival of the children. B) Androgyny is maintained during active parenting years to help ensure survival of the children. C) Both mothers and fathers become more masculine as their children reach adulthood. D) Both mothers and fathers become more feminine as their children reach adulthood.

Psychology