Audrey is preoccupied with the idea that her nose is large and crooked, despite the fact that her friends and family tell her otherwise. In addition, one plastic surgeon she visited refused to perform surgery on her to correct this problem. She is now seeking a second opinion. Audrey might be diagnosed as having:
Answer: Body dysmorphic disorder
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A. stimulate the body to increase the release of endorphins B. cause smaller nerve fibers to open sensory gates in the spinal cord C. cause smaller nerve fibers to decrease the release of endorphins D. stimulate the body to open sensory gates in the spinal cord
The psychometric approach to personality has led researchers to believe that personality
a. is best thought of in terms of a set of dispositional traits. b. develops through a series of stages. c. cannot be measured. d. is not affected by biological factors.
The ________ may develop into female sex organs, whereas the ________ may develop into male sex organs.
a. labia; testes b. gonadal streak; Müllerianducts c. Wolffian ducts; Müllerianducts d. Müllerianducts; Wolffian ducts
Which attachment dimension is associated with nervousness about relationships?
A. anxiety B. avoidance C. agreeableness D. aggressiveness