Alcohol is a depressant and has a different effect on the brain than nicotine, which is a stimulant. However, when an individual drinks and smokes simultaneously, this appears to create a novel, third effect on the brain
This third effect is an example of
a) synergistic effects
b) placebo effects.
c) a main effect.
d) the principle of parsimony.
A
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a. try to make up for lost sleep the next day by napping or going to bed early. b. have a glass of wine before trying to go to sleep. c. schedule time in the early evening to write down worries or concerns and what you will do about them the next day. d. do aerobics or calisthenics right before going to bed so you will be tired.
Consider the following research title: "Sexually coercive behavior of college males as a function of masculinity and attitudes toward women's rights." In this study the dependent variable is
a. sexually coercive behavior b. masculinity c. attitudes toward women's rights d. not stated in the title
Researchers have found that ______ cause(s) increases in dopamine levels in the brain
a. only alcohol and opiates b. only depressants and hallucinogens c. only opiates and stimulants d. virtually every addictive drug
According to the authors, people who benefit most from coaching are those whose
a) academic skills are rusty b) grades are low c) academic skills are current d) writing skills are sharp