The goals of psychology are to __________.
A. explore the conscious and unconscious functions of the human mind
B. understand, compare, and analyze human behavior
C. improve psychological well-being in all individuals from birth until death
D. describe, explain, predict, and control behavior
Answer: D
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a. conversion b. obsessive-compulsive c. dissociative d. generalized anxiety
Mitch tripped and fell near the campfire. When he reflexively drew back his hand, which had touched a hot coal, the signal sent throughout his nervous system went from his hand to his
A. spinal cord, then to his brain, and then back to his hand. B. brain, then to his spinal cord, and then back to his hand. C. spinal cord, then back to his hand, and then to his brain. D. brain, and then simultaneously to his hand and spinal cord.
The chronic grieving pattern of bereavement was associated with a
A. disruption of one's life by the sudden death of a healthy spouse. B. lack of expression of grief related symptoms. C. co-dependent relationship with the spouse who died. D. long illness punctuated by periods of illness and periods of remission.
Applying research on the reinforcement of helping in children, how should Jessica's mother respond when she sees Jessica help her playmate?
a. "Is your friend all right?" b. "You're such a helpful person." c. "What a helpful thing you just did!" d. She should not respond at all, but let the playmate respond instead.