The diathesis-stress hypothesis of schizophrenia states that

a. biological factors put someone at risk of schizophrenia, but environmental stressors are required to convert the potential.
b. when psychic energy builds up, defense mechanisms take over.
c. eating disorders will lead to major depression unless they are treated with cognitive-behavioral techniques.
d. panic attacks can be prevented by limiting anticipatory anxiety.
e. in chaotic environments, body chemistry will change to cause depressive disorders.


a. biological factors put someone at risk of schizophrenia, but environmental stressors are required to convert the potential.

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In China, only children are most accurately described as a. "rejected."

b. "little emperors.". c. "great wall flowers" d. "similar to kids with siblings.".

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The child's understanding that others have their own unique thoughts, feelings, or beliefs is called a(n)

a. appearance/reality distinction. b. microgenetic reflection. c. contra-egocentrism. d. theory of mind.

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In their book entitled, Couple Skills: Making Your Relationship Work, the authors McKay, Fanning, and Paleg (2006, pp. 57-61) list the "Ten Commandments of Clean Communication.". List the four parts of the commandment "Use whole messages."

What will be an ideal response?

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Recent research suggests that

A. the suppression of neurogenesis in the hippocampus is due to the connection between high stress hormones and depression. B. low hippocampal volume may precede and contribute to the onset of depression. C. electroconvulsive therapy seems to produce neurogenesis in the hippocampus. D. all of these are correct

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