The authors of this text would likely agree with which of the following statements regarding the role of stress in an individual's life?
a. At one time, stress was necessary to protect an individual against predators, but it is no longer necessary in today's society.
b. Stress is an evolutionary-based brain response system that still functions to protect an individual in potentially dangerous situations.
c. Stress is maladaptive in today's society.
d. At one time in human evolution, stress was necessary to allow an individual to adapt quickly to their ever-changing environment, but it is maladaptive in today's society.
B
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A. postpartum depression B. cyclothymia C. infant-induced disconnection D. "delivery drop"
Which statement about tension headaches is true?
A. Tension headaches are less common than migraines. B. Tension headaches are triggered by stress and eyestrain. C. Tension headaches involve decreased blood flow to the brain. D. Tension headaches are characterized by an upset stomach.
Memory for routine events, such as getting ready for bed, is most likely to be organized by using:
a. mental imagery b. rehearsal c. scripts d. semantic elaboration
Anya, age 4, is asked to draw a picture of a person. She will probably ________.
A. draw a circular shape with lines attached, and add features such as eyes, nose, mouth, and hair B. make a realistically detailed image representing an integrated whole C. draw a large head with facial features but no body D. use depth cues, such as overlapping objects, in the background