What genetic factors could be involved in the development of PTSD?
a. two short alleles (SS genotype) of the serotonin transporter gene
b. dysregulation of the HPA axis
c. one long allele (SS genotype) of the serotonin transporter gene
d. dysregulation of the sympathetic nervous system
A
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If student lies to his teacher about being sick and the teacher lets the student out of doing his class project, the student is more likely to lie about being sick when a class project is due. This is an example of:
a. automatic positive reinforcement b. social positive reinforcement c. automatic negative reinforcement d. social negative reinforcement
Shelly says, "I think that everyone has an inherent tendency to strive toward their full potential. It shows in our creativity and delight in discovering new things." Shelly's thoughts illustrate ____
a. Maslow's term "self-actualization" b. Thorndike's principle "the law of effect" c. Freud's view of unconscious influences on our development d. Ellis's concept of rational beliefs
__________ involves the detection of energy by sense organs, whereas __________ involves interpreting sensory inputs
A) Perception; sensation B) Adaptation; perception C) Sensation; perception D) Sensation; adaptation
According to your textbook, which of the following is true regarding sociocultural factors and the development of mood disorders, particularly depression?
A) Depression is caused almost exclusively by sociocultural factors. B) Sociocultural factors do not appear to influence the development of depression. C) Sociocultural factors interact with biological and cognitive factors to influence depression. D) Researchers have not yet investigated the role of sociocultural factors in the development of depression.