Which perspective seeks to identify behavior that is the result of our genetic inheritance from our ancestors?
A. evolutionary
B. cognitive neuroscience
C. bioecological
D. humanistic
Answer: A
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A. mood disorders B. dissociative neurosis C. anxiety disorders D. amnesia
The fact that variations in cognitive style sometimes reflect the ecological demands of one's environment helps to illustrate which of your text's unifying themes?
a. Our experience of the world is highly subjective. b. Psychology is theoretically diverse. c. Our behavior is shaped by our cultural heritage. d. Psychology evolves in a sociohistorical context.
Contrast punishment and negative reinforcement. How do the effects of punishment and negative reinforcement compare with those of positive reinforcement in shaping behavior?
What will be an ideal response?
From a practical standpoint, the activation of the HPA axis and the SAM is:
a. obsolete and not needed by humans at this time b. important and critical to the survival of humans c. is needed to prepare our bodies for stressors, but decreases our ability to respond quickly due to constant wear and tear d. a chronic condition.