In behavioral-genetic research, what is "shared environment"?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: A good answer will include the following key point.
• The shared environment includes the family you grew up with and the experiences and background you shared with your siblings and parents.

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Goals of client-centered therapy include helping clients do all of the following EXCEPT

a. have an accurate self-concept. b. gain self-acceptance. c. resolve unconscious conflicts. d. realize they do not have to worry about winning acceptance from others.

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Maurice conducted a 2 x 2 completely within-subjects experiment. He counterbalanced all of his within-subjects conditions by making use of 24 different orders. If he used 24 different orders, which form of counterbalancing must he have used?

A) reverse counterbalancing B) an ideal Latin square C) randomized comprehensive counterbalancing D) complete counterbalancing

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Which of the following is an effective method of inducing an altered state of consciousness?

a. Watching television b. Meditation c. Reading an interesting article in a magazine d. Driving on a long trip

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Which of the following neurotransmitters is known for its role in schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease?

a. acetylcholine c. serotonin b. dopamine d. norepinephrine

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