The death of neurons following a stroke is caused by __________.
A. overstimulation of nerve cells by abnormally high levels of glutamate
B. neuronal firing produced by compression
C. loss of oxygen radicals
D. interruption of adenosine
Answer: A
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a. lifetime prevalence c. incidence b. iatrogenic effects d. prevalence
A clinical psychologist treating a woman with obesity says, "Obesity is associated with depressed mood, although we are not clear whether depression is the cause or the effect. What is clear is that sexual abuse is a causal factor in obesity." Research indicates that these remarks are ____. a. entirely false. Research fails to support either assertion
b. partially true. Research rejects the association with depression but supports the idea that sexual abuse causes obesity. c. partially true. Research supports the association with depression but rejects the idea that sexual abuse causes obesity. d. entirely true. Research supports both assertions.
It is important for parents to allow toddlers to do things for themselves since overprotecting them or ridiculing their efforts may cause toddlers to lack confidence their abilities and become overly dependent on their parents. These conflicts are part of Erikson's psychosocial stage known as
a. initiative versus guilt. b. autonomy versus shame and doubt. c. industry versus inferiority. d. generativity versus stagnation.
Picasso's paintings often contained exaggerated sexual symbolism. This way of expressing a basic impulse in a socially praiseworthy fashion illustrates the use of _______
a. displacement b. sublimation c. projection d. reaction formation