Some multicultural theorists believe that borderline personality disorder is actually a reaction to persistent feelings of marginality, powerlessness, and social failure. If they are correct, then the disorder is a result of:
A. social inequalities
B. childhood abuse
C. psychological factors
D. biological factors
Answer: A. social inequalities
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a. ?basal ganglia b. ?hippocampus c. ?prefrontal cortex d. ?amygdala
Carl died from a lethal condition he acquired from sharing drug needles. His condition had a 10 year incubation with Carl taking multidrug therapies to build up his immune system to fight off the "opportunistic" diseases that eventually killed him. Carl died from __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Adequacy of ____ accounts for the average age of menarche being lowest in industrialized countries
a. nutrition and medical care b. exercise and education c. parental care and knowledge d. family relationships and friendships
Which component of social support seems to be most meaningful to elderly adults?
A) Knowing that others can be depended upon to help when their assistance is needed B) The opportunity to reciprocate and give support as well as receive it C) The frequency of social contacts with friends, family, and community members D) Instrumental support, such as help with chores, rather than emotional support