Which of the following neurotransmitters functions as the major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain?
a. glutamate
b. GABA
c. acetylcholine
d. norepinephrine
B
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Which of the following do behaviorism and psychoanalytic theory have in common?
a. an emphasis on the role sexuality in behavior b. a resistance to the use of animal subjects in psychological research c. the notion that unconscious motives have a major influence on behavior d. the implication that people are not masters of their own destinies
Substance abuse in teens has many causes, but the decision to use a substance is often based on a perception ______________________
a. that they can quit using the drug any time they want b. of small immediate benefits and no risks c. of large immediate benefits and small risks d. that everyone is using it and so it must be harmless
Research on schemas suggest that they
A. increase the accuracy of our memories. B. influence what details are retained from our experiences. C. affect how long our memories are retained in long-term storage. D. increase our working memory capacity.
Nina is concerned about the effectiveness of Depo-Provera as a contraceptive strategy. What should you tell Nina about the failure rate?
A) The failure rate is similar to that of the diaphragm. B) The failure rate is only about 7%. C) The failure rate is lower than the IUD but higher than oral contraceptives. D) The failure rate is comparable to sterilization.