Research suggests that media coverage of violent behavior _____.
A. is correlated, but not causally linked with performing violent behavior
B. is correlated and causally linked to performing violent behavior
C. has nothing to do with performing violent behavior
D. is only a problem for people with a genetic predisposition for performing violent behavior
Answer: B. is correlated and causally linked to performing violent behavior
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Which of the following is defined as the processes within an organism that guide it to develop according to its genetic code?
A. biology B. nature C. nurture D. instinct
Lauren is an administrative assistant at a big law firm. While her days are busy answering phones, preparing documents on the computer, and scheduling appointments, it is mostly sedentary work. Lauren has poor eating habits and is overweight
Because of a family history of heart disease, Lauren's doctor suggested that she join a new weight loss support group at the hospital that teaches healthy lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise. This is an example of A) primary prevention. B) healthy start programs. C) secondary prevention. D) primary intervention.
LearnSmart QuestionsThe "nature" part of the nature vs. nurture controversy can be described as
A. a psychological and environmental perspective. B. the prominent perspective in the controversy at the present time. C. a socioeconomic and psychological perspective. D. a biological and genetic perspective.
How does the DSM handle the causes of mental disorders?
A. It contains the causes of some mental disorders. B. It uses the causes of disorders as the basis of suggested treatments. C. It attempts to suggest the causes for certain disorders, although many causes are not known. D. It recognizes that the causes of mental disorders are unclear and does not attempt to list them.