In the 1800s, an increase in social problems among young people may have been due in part to

a. reduced family ties among people living in cities.
b. the advent of social agencies such as the YWCA.
c. a decrease in school attendance.
d. an increase in agricultural industry.


a. reduced family ties among people living in cities.

Psychology

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Casey and Josh have both been bitten by strange dogs. Casey has a dog of his own at home that he loves

Josh has little experience with dogs. Which is likely to develop a phobia? A) Casey is less likely to develop a phobia because he has had lots of earlier positive experiences with dogs. B) Both boys are likely to develop a phobia because of the traumatic nature of the event. C) It will depend on which boy is more sensitive to pain. D) Casey is more likely to develop a phobia because his schema of dogs has been violated.

Psychology

Social and cultural factors do not influence the development of conversion disorder

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology

According to researchers, most sudden murderers tend to be

a. sexually disturbed. b. overcontrolled (restrained). c. prone to anger and aggression. d. emotionally expressive.

Psychology