Independent variable (IV)
What will be an ideal response?
variable in an experiment that is manipulated by the experimenter.
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Professor Brewer says, "Schizophrenia spectrum disorders area group of potentially disabling disorders that are characterized by hallucinations (false beliefs about the self or others) and delusions (seeing, hearing or otherwise sensing things that are not present). Fortunately, the experiences are rarely distressing to patients even during the first episode." Which part of Professor Brewer's
statement is accurate? a. Hallucinations are false beliefs about the self or others. b. The experience of schizophrenia is rarely frightening or distressing to the patient. c. Schizophrenia spectrum disorders are potentially disabling. d. Delusions involve seeing, hearing or otherwise sensing things that are not present.
An individual is observed to obtain a high score on most of the facets of the agreeable domain of the five-factor model. If this person is found to be suffering from a personality disorder, that disorder is most likely to be _______.
a. narcissistic personality disorder b. dependent personality disorder c. obsessive-compulsive personality disorder d. none of the above
Which of the following illustrates a flashback?
A. Clyde was bitten by a snake. Now, when he sees a snake, he moves away slowly and silently. B. Ben was in a boating accident. Now, he experiences intense fear of large bodies of water. C. Gino was in a car accident. Now, he checks all components of his car before driving anywhere. D. Jeff was in a motorcycle accident. Now, when he hears loud noises he relives the accident.
______ who believe that they will get healthier tend to achieve more positive results than ______.
A. Optimists, pessimists B. Self-enhancers, narcissists C. Pessimists, narcissists D. High self-esteemers, optimists