The ______ theory suggests that schizophrenia causes its victims to fall from a higher to a lower socioeconomic level or to remain poor because they are unable to function effectively.

a.) Labeling
b.) Social deviance
c.) Downward drift
d.) Diathesis-stress


Ans: c.) Downward drift

Psychology

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A) visible light B) cosmic rays C) ultraviolet rays D) the visual field

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Some psychologists believe that the activity of mirror neurons serve as the biological basis for

A) empathy. B) vanity. C) aggression. D) jealousy.

Psychology

As a child, Michelle learned sign language at the same time she learned English because her mother signed and spoke at the same time. If Michelle has a stroke that results in Broca's aphasia, which of the following might you expect?

A. She will speak English with difficulty but will be able to sign perfectly. B. She will be unable to sign correctly but will be able to speak English well. C. She will be able to speak English with difficulty and will also have trouble signing. D. She will have no comprehension of English, but she will be able to sign well.

Psychology

Which of the following is relatively well-correlated with scores in IQ tests?

a. Likelihood of achieving a successful marriage that does not involve separation or divorce. b. Lifetime financial success. c. Physical abilities and athletic prowess. d. Academic and employment performance.

Psychology