Distinguish between the climacteric period and menopause.
What will be an ideal response?
The climacteric and menopause are related to the biological changes that take place in women over the course of time. The climacteric is a period lasting about 15 or 20 years (from about ages 45 to 60) during which a woman's body makes the transition from being able to reproduce to not being able to reproduce. This period is marked by a decline in the functioning of the ovaries, though changes may occur in other body tissues and systems. Menopause is the specific event within the climacteric when menstruation ceases. On an average, this occurs over a 2-year period beginning around age 50. There are a number of physical symptoms that may accompany menopause. Research has identified two broad groups: vasomotor symptoms, especially hot flashes and night sweats, and psychosomatic symptoms, including feeling tense, irritable, and depressed.
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a. 1904 b. 2003 c. 1972 d. 1994
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What will be an ideal response?
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
One essential feature of psychological tests is that the results should not be dependent on the examiner. One method to help achieve this goal is the use of
a) standardized procedures. b) norms and standards. c) behavioral samples. d) predictions of nontest behaviors.