Whenever John, a 10-year-old boy, is allowed to go outside to play with his peers, he becomes very anxious. He usually asks instead if he can stay inside to play alone. When he is unable to stay in, he begins to cry and complains of a stomach ache
What is the most likely diagnosis for John?
a) Separation anxiety
b) School phobia
c) Depression
d) Social phobia
d
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As described in Chapter 4, the various brain structures and other biological factors operate according to a feedback loop in order to regulate the menstrual cycle. Which of the following students provides the best description of this feedback loop?
a. Dakwan: "When the level of a hormone is too high, a structure in the brain is signaled to inhibit hormone production; when the level is too low, the brain structure is signaled to produce more hormones.". b. Angus: "When the hypothalamus is signaled, a follicle in the hypothalamus releases an egg; when the hypothalamus is not signaled, the follicle does not release the egg.". c. Sandi: "When a female reaches puberty, her endometrium signals the pituitary gland, which varies in size, depending on the menstrual cycle; for instance, the pituitary gland is largest at the time of ovulation.". d. Adriana: "When a female has her period, the menstrual flow signals the hypothalamus, which inhibits the development of the follicle.".
There are more connections from the amygdala to the cortex than from cortex to the amygdala.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
What role does temperament play in the development of anxiety disorders?
What will be an ideal response?
New situations that cause a short-term stress reaction are
a. uncomfortable and cause long-term physical changes. b. uncomfortable, but rarely do any damage. c. dangerous and should be avoided. d. sought after by low sensation-seeking individuals.