The rationale for giving antiandrogens to sex offenders is that
a. it is more effective than castration.
b. doing so will reduce aggression.
c. they will stimulate the release of estrogen.
d. it will reduce physical strength and energy.
e. such a treatment reduces testosterone production.
b. doing so will reduce aggression.
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In comparison to Freud, Erikson placed greater emphasis on
a. infantile sexuality. b. development after adolescence. c. operant conditioning principles. d. biological determinants of behavior.
In addition to behavioral symptoms such as avoiding social interaction and poor school/work performance, adjustment disorder also involves:
A. hardiness B. unpleasant emotional reactions C. eustress D. approach-approach conflict
Deandra and her son Jake are visiting the local petting zoo. Deandra points out a peacock spreading his feathers, and explains to him that the peacock is attempting to attract a mate. What is this process called?
a. intersexual behavior b. intrasexual behavior c. sexual fitness d. sexual adaptation
Which of the following is a weakness of the James-Lange theory of emotion?
a. Cognitive appraisal is not a component. b. The theory does not address the subjective feeling of emotion. c. The theory ignores the role of physiological reactions. d. Awareness always precedes physiological reactions during emotions.