The WISC-IV computes a deviation IQ, permitting psychologists to
a. draw causal conclusions about the origins of intelligence.
b. avoid labeling children as mentally retarded.
c. assess patterns of abilities.
d. interpret performance independent from comparisons with other children.
C
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In the fMRI study by Schwartz et al. (2003) of adolescents who had been classified as inhibited or uninhibited at age 2, __________.
A. inhibited individuals showed higher amygdala activity with novel than familiar faces, but uninhibited individuals showed the same level of activity with both types of faces B. inhibited individuals showed lower amygdala activity overall C. uninhibited individuals reacted more strongly to familiar stimuli than to novel stimuli D. no difference was seen due to the passage of so much time since infancy
An individual who alternates among two or more distinct identities or personality states is likely to be classified as having:
a. dissociative identity disorder b. bipolar disorder c. schizophrenia d. antisocial personality disorder
Prisoners in solitary confinement, arctic explorers, and long-distance truck drivers, who are faced with limited or monotonous stimulation for long periods of time may experience
a. mindfulness. b. the relaxation response. c. bizarre or distorted perceptions. d. functional "waking" coma state.
A stressful condition that occurs when a person must respond at or near maximum capacity for long time periods is known as
a. pressure. b. frustration. c. anxiety. d. conflict.