A specialized cell that makes up the nervous system that receives and sends messages within that system is called a __________.
A. glial cell
B. neuron
C. cell body
D. myelin sheath
Answer: B
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The humanistic perspective has had a major impact upon the field of lifespan development.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Some researchers emphasize the ability to recognize emotions (your own emotions and the emotions of others), to understand their meanings, to integrate this information with other kinds of cognition, and to manage or regulate emotions. This combination of abilities is called what?
a. Cognitive development b. Emotional intelligence c. Stages of emotion d. Emotion schemas
An abnormal increase in maternal __________ in the third trimester of pregnancy is currently being evaluated as an early predictor of premature birth.
A. corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) B. cortisol C. anoxia D. lightening
Recent studies suggest that interviews
a. have too many limitations to be considered a valid way to predict how people will perform on the job. b. can be improved by making them less structured and more conversational. c. are susceptible to the halo effect. d. are characterized by all of these.