Which of the following variables is a risk factor for depression in adolescence?

a. Economic status
b. Race/ethnicity
c. Male gender
d. Sexual orientation
e. Religious affiliation


D

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Ryder has been dependent on alcohol for at least ten years. Drinking has ruined his marriage, his occupational standing, and his health. If a friend told Ryder that he needed to enter treatment, and Ryder responded the way that most alcohol-dependent people do, he would probably say, __________.

A. "Alcohol is my enemy, but I don't think I am strong enough to combat it" B. "I have an addictive personality, and without help I will never overcome my addiction" C. "You have a very good point; I need to do some serious thinking about getting treatment" D. "Who do you think you are, attacking me? You are the one with the problem"

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Imagine that an earthquake occurs in Missouri soon after a hurricane strikes Florida and a flood strikes South Dakota. Jorge, a psychiatrist with a specialty in dealing with suicidal individuals, is ready to be dispatched to one of these locations to offer assistance. Based on the suicide rates that follow major disasters, Jorge will be

a. equally needed in all locations. b. most needed in Missouri and Florida. c. most needed in Florida and South Dakota. d. most needed in Missouri and South Dakota.

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In the Middle Ages, children could be sent to the monastery against their will because they were ____.

A. legally considered property B. considered to be divine C. not needed at home D. in need of discipline

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In dream research, sleepers are sometimes awakened when physiological measures indicate they are probably dreaming

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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