Manny has such an intense fear of flying insects that he rarely goes outside during the summer months. He is probably suffering from a __________.

A. somatoform disorder
B. conversion reaction
C. personality disorder
D. specific phobia


Answer: D

Psychology

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a. field c. nomothetic b. case d. correlational

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The finding that women are more attracted to men who have the necessary resources for supporting both the women and any children they produce is predicted by the:

a. parental investment model b. natural selection c. fecundity d. viability

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A. behavioral B. central C. affective D. peripheral

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Individuals whose moral judgments are more mature more likely to engage in ________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Psychology