Stimulant medications work by ____
a. paradoxically slowing kids down
b. altering neurotransmitter activity in the frontostriatal region of the brain (stimulating areas that are underaroused)
c. enhancing mood, which in turn enhances self-esteem and behavioral control
d. "convincing" parents and teachers that the medications are working, even when they're not (placebo effect)
b
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a. Self-concept c. Self-view b. Self-efficacy d. Self-esteem
Who is most associated with the ideas of fluid and crystalized intelligence?
a. ?Cattell b. ?Thurstone c. ?Binet d. ?Wechsler
A test in the format of a questionnaire that has specific correct answers is an example of
a. an acculturated test. c. an objective test. b. an innate test. d. a projective test.
Of the following, the best definition of "zygote" is a developing organism
A. in gestational weeks three through eight. B. in the first two gestational weeks. C. immediately after birth. D. during gestation, after week eight.