The number of single-parent families in the United States has increased since 1970 because of rising rates of divorce or separation, unwed parenthood, or death. Approximately what percent of children today live with only one parent?
A. 20%
B. 26%
C. 38%
D. 10%
Answer: B. 26%
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a. ?two; pleasure/displeasure and tension/ relaxation b. one; tension/relaxation? c. ?one; pleasure/displeasure d. ?one; excitement/depression e. ?two; pleasure/displeasure and excitement/depression
Anderson has a psychological disorder, and clinicians who are working on the case ordered a PET scan. The images from the PET scan show evidence of abnormally low activity in the prefrontal region of Anderson's brain. In this case, Anderson is likely to be diagnosed as having:
a. schizophrenia b. dysthymic disorder c. bipolar disorder d. dissociative fugue
Regarding the relationship between frustration and aggression, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. Aggression can occur in the absence of frustration. b. Frustration may encourage aggression because it makes us uncomfortable. c. Frustration may lead to stereotyped responding or a state of "learned helplessness.". d. Frustration inhibits innate patterns that lower aggression.
Samantha was shopping with her friends at the mall when she suddenly began to feel dizzy. Although the mall was quite cold, she began sweating heavily. By the time her friends took her to a doctor, her symptoms had subsided and the doctor could not identify the trigger for her attack. In the given scenario, which of the following is Samantha most likely suffering from?
A. obsessive-compulsive disorder B. social phobia C. antisocial personality disorder D. panic disorder