Females are much more likely than males to develop conditions influenced by genes that are located on the X chromosome, because they have two X chromosomes instead of one and therefore twice as much opportunity to experience problems with genes on those chromosomes
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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In middle childhood, children develop greater independence and flexibility in managing their emotions, a process known as _________.
a. emotional understanding b. social comparison c. self-appraisal d. emotional regulation
When test validity is measured, it aims to determine
a. if there is agreement about its purpose. b. how well it measures what it is supposed to measure. c. how consistent the scores are. d. whether it can be directly connected to treatment.
Cary has a personality disorder characterized by emotional instability, self-injurious behavior, and extreme insecurity. She is most likely to be diagnosed with
a. schizoid personality disorder. b. schizotypal personality disorder. c. borderline personality disorder. d. antisocial personality disorder.
Dr. Yi believes that psychological problems are the result of anxieties caused by the personal choices people must make during their lifetimes and that a goal of therapy is to accept responsibility for those decisions. This approach represents:
a. psychoanalysis b. Beck's cognitive therapy c. behavioral therapy d. existential therapy