The study of whether certain behavioral traits or mental disorders are heritable, or influenced by genes, is called

a. epidemiology
b. behavioral ecology
c. behavioral genetics
d. homogeneous group design


Ans: c. behavioral genetics

Psychology

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Results of research on latent learning and observational learning suggest all of the following EXCEPT

a. Learning can occur without obvious reward. b. Learning can be interpreted in cognitive concepts. c. Learning cannot be explained in behavioral terms alone. d. Learning can occur only if the operant is reinforced.

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Which position may provide direct stimulation of the G-spot?

a. female-on-top c. side-by-side b. male-on-top d. rear-entry

Psychology

Divorce may affect adolescents

A) negatively by placing them at higher risk for getting divorced themselves later in life. B) negatively by lowering their socioeconomic status. C) positively by reducing hostility and anger in homes. D) all of the above.

Psychology

In which way are adopted children different from children living with their biological parents??

a. They have different temperaments
b. They have more maladjusted mother-infant attachments.
c. They are more likely to have problems adjusting to school.
d. They are delayed in terms of cognitive development.

Psychology