A repetitive ritualistic behavior that helps to reduce anxiety is called a compulsion

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: T,

Psychology

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The major factor that determines which type of coping we use is

a. our current level of anxiety. b. how much control we have over the situation. c. whether or not the situation is threatening. d. how much frustration we have due to the situation.

Psychology

Dr. Wertheimer is working with a teacher to develop strategies to use with future students who exhibit behavior problems. According to the widely accepted classification scheme detailed in Caplan (1970), Dr. Wertheimer is offering __________ consultation

a. consultee-centered case b. client-centered case c. consultee-centered administrative d. program-centered administrative

Psychology

A nutritionist designed a new weight-loss program, and she had 15 individuals participating in the program. She weighed individuals before and after the program and calculated the difference score as Xpreprogram- Xpostprogram. The ______ value would mean the weight ______ after the program.

A. positive; decreased B. positive; increased C. negative; decreased D. negative; stayed the same

Psychology

Hannah's mother is informed that her daughter was involved in

an auto accident, which destroyed what doctors refer to as her satiety (of fullness) center. When she asks what that means, the doctors specify that Hannah has damage to part of the brain called the _____.

Psychology