Physiologically, having strong social support networks is associated with a stronger ____.
a. network of antigens in the immune system
b. tendency to employ defense mechanisms in the face of stressors
c. immune response to bacteria
d. immune response to stress
Answer: d. immune response to stress
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abuse is Tomas engaged in? a. material exploitation b. physical abuse c. emotional abuse d. neglect
Identify the accurate statement about adolescent suicide
The adolescent suicide rate is about twice that of adults. The adolescent rate in 2006 was double what it was in 1962. Almost all teens who seriously consider suicide attempt suicide. The present adolescent suicide rate is about 1 in 500 each year.
People who have _____ are afraid of being evaluated in some negative way by others, so they tend to avoid situations that can be embarrassing
A) agoraphobia B) social anxiety disorder C) a specific phobia D) an interactive phobia
Sam is a U.S. sixth grader. Compared with school-age children in China, when asked to describe himself, Sam is more likely to say which of the following?
A) "I'm good at sports." B) "I'm in sixth grade." C) "I'm an older brother." D) "My friends think I'm cool."