Repetitive and ritualistic behavior is often a part of ________, which, along with related disorders, is estimated to afflict 1 out of every 150 children

FIll in the blank with correct word.


Answer: autistic disorder

Psychology

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The function of the cochlea is to:

a. transform vibrations into nerve impulses b. move fluid forward toward the oval window c. house the hammer, anvil, and saddle d. house the band of fibers called the auditory nerve

Psychology

Anne Becker's research in Fiji suggests that a major influence on disordered eating is a. exposure to cultural influences such as television b. genetics

c. eating habits learned from older family members, including parents and grandparents. d. peer pressure, as many people gain weight when their friends and family members do.

Psychology

In Robert Rosenthal's study of the effects of expectations, some students were led to believe that the rats they were training were maze-bright and other students were told their rats were maze-dull, although the rats were actually all the same

What did Rosenthal find in the study? a. The rats labeled bright were found to be much better learners. b. The students immediately became suspicious of how the rats were labeled. c. Surprisingly, the rats labeled dull were found to be much better learners. d. There was no relationship between the way the rats were labeled and whether students found their rats to be good or bad learners.

Psychology

Define intellectual disability and summarize its causes, including Down syndrome and fragile X.

What will be an ideal response?

Psychology