A woman from Ecuador dresses colorfully and makes eye contact with others in church, while another woman from Japan dresses in quieter colors and does not make eye contact. This is an example of culture-bound syndrome

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


FALSE

Psychology

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The language __________ device is a theoretical mechanism that provides children with an inherent foundation for the principles of universal grammar

a. usage b. acquisition c. compensatory d. development

Psychology

Which of the following is a leading cause of death in elderly people?

a) Heart disease b) Arthritis c) Alzheimer's disease d) Depression

Psychology

Which of the following accurately describes Americans' beliefs whether homosexual individuals are born gay or if they choose to become gay?

A) Over the last several decades, Americans have become more likely to believe that homosexuals are born gay, even though this belief is still only held by a minority of Americans. B) The majority of Americans believe that homosexuals are born gay. C) Over the last several decades, Americans have aligned their beliefs about the causes of homosexuality with the research evidence showing a strong biological role in its development. D) Over the last decade, Americans have become more likely to believe that homosexuality is a choice and not an inborn trait.

Psychology

Cindy has worked from home as a freelancer ever since she had a baby. Now that her baby, Hailey, is 15 months old, Cindy has accepted a full-time job offer. Everyday when Cindy drops Hailey off at the day care, Hailey screams and cries for a couple of minutes. Which of the following terms best describes Hailey's behavior?

A. surgency B. separation protest C. scaffolding D. social referencing

Psychology