The famous Russian mnemonist, Shereshevski ("S"), could easily repeat lists of up to ________ words after having heard or seen them only once
a. 90
b. 70
c. 50
d. 30
Answer: b
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Which of the following statements is true of the studies conducted by Yamagishi and his colleagues on cooperation?
a) Cultural differences in cooperation exist because of the sanctioning system within which individuals exist. b) Cooperation is not based on human cognitive abilities, rather it is based on personal interests. c) Punishment is not an important source or reason for cooperation. d) People behave in different ways when put in the same situation.
Jones and Nisbett (1977) suggested that we make situational attributions about our own behavior because
a. it is more difficult to accept our own faults. b. we know more about ourselves than about others. c. we are more subjective about our own faults. d. we forget unpleasant aspects of our past behavior.
What is an example of a significant challenge faced by family therapists?
a. ?maintaining confidentiality b. ?not showing favoritism c. ?keeping the peace d. ?juggling different personalities
What information will prevalence data provide?
a. the cost of mental health services b. the number of people who do not seek treatment c. the types of treatment available d. the age of individuals with a particular disorder