After experiencing the Hurricane Katrina tragedy, Ronald moved from New Orleans, yet he cannot stop thinking about the disturbing event even though he avoids any documentary or mention of the event. His friends describe him as constantly nervous, although it has been years since the event. Ronald is exhibiting symptoms of
a. a dissociative disorder.
b. a somatoform disorder.
c. a stress disorder.
d. paranoia.
C
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Alma and Vera are sisters in late middle age. They wish to exert some control over the end-of-life care they will receive. Alma creates a directive giving instructions to family members, friends, and medical personnel. Vera appoints her eldest daughter to make decisions for her when the time comes. Which statement is true?
A. Alma is using a living will. Vera is using a health care proxy. B. Alma is using a health care proxy. Vera is using a living will. C. Both sisters are using a living will. D. Both sisters are using a health care proxy.
Cognitive therapists focus on
reduction of behavior due to an aversive stimulus. | ||
involuntary responses caused by pairing stimuli. | ||
the distorted thinking that leads to maladaptive behavior. | ||
the maladaptive behavior. |
At high doses, mescaline typically causes:
A. a temporary reduction of problem solving skills B. disorientation C. clear and vivid hallucinations D. confusion
The extent to which results can be generalized to the whole population is
a. content validity. b. external validity. c. internal validity. d. professional validity.