The unique idea within the concept of probabilistic epigenesis is that
A) our environment influences which parts of our genetic potential are activated and
expressed.
B) genetics can influence the environments that individuals choose.
C) genetics determines how much influence the environment can have.
D) the environment influences how an individual's genetic code is expressed.
A
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Which of the following statements best describes the central process, an organizing concept of psychosocial theory?
a. The central process identifies a discrepancy between a developmental task and stage. b. The dichotomy of a psychosocial crisis is reflected in the central process. c. The central process helps to resolve the psychosocial crisis. d. The epigenetic principle allows internalization of processes central to development.
The best way for hostile and dominant people to reduce their risk of high blood pressure and heart disease is to
A) develop effective ways of handling stress and conflict. B) learn how to suppress their hostility. C) force themselves to take an extended vacation. D) ruminate about past anger-provoking events.
Stressed students show greater vulnerability to the virus responsible for
A. chicken pox. B. HIV. C. mononucleosis. D. RSV.
Which of the following statements is TRUE about the affective disorders?
A. Bipolar disorder occurs equally in men and women at a rate of 2%. B. The rate of MDD increases with age for men. C. The rate of MDD decreases with age for women. D. The greatest risk for bipolar disorder occurs during adolescence.