What factor has University of Ottawa researcher Firestone found to distinguish homicidal from non-homicidal child molesters?
a) They show a greater response to descriptions of assault on children.
b) They most often do not know the child they are assaulting.
c) They are often younger and less experienced.
d) They show a greater tendency to also be involved in the rape of adult victims.
a
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In an experiment, which of the following do researchers manipulate?
A. replication group B. independent variable C. control group D. dependent variable
Based on the research reported in your text regarding available treatments for bulimia nervosa, we can conclude that treatment that focuses on ________ and ________ is most effective in gaining rapid control of bulimia nervosa and maintaining these gains over the long term
a. dysfunctional thoughts; actual disordered behaviors b. family functioning; social relationships c. classical conditioning; operant learning d. biological processes; genetics
Concerning self-reinforcement, which of the following statements is TRUE?
a. Self-reinforcement leads to less life satisfaction. b. Mildly depressed college students tend to frequently use self-reinforcement, rather than peer reinforcement. c. Self-reinforcement is closely related to low self-esteem. d. Self-reinforcement is similar to the psychoanalytical concept of the superego.
____________________ is the interaction of two or more independent parts, the effect of which is greater than that which would be attained by each part individually.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).