According to James Marcia's definition, commitment is
a) a period of identity development in which an adolescent consciously chooses between various alternatives and makes decisions.
b) a psychological investment in a course of action or an ideology.
c) an adolescent's feeling that he/she is mature enough for a committed relationship.
d) a period of identity development when the adolescent decides whether to concentrate on his/her own development or dedicate himself/herself to others.
b
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a. Age 1 b. Age 18 months c. Age 2 d. Age 4
Data from research studies on gender differences in human sexuality reflect all of the following themes EXCEPT that a. men show more sexual desire and arousal than women
b. men emphasize committed relationships more than women. c. men's self-concept is characterized in part by power, aggression, and independence. d. women's sexual beliefs are more influenced by cultural, social, and situational factors.
From early versions of the human being up until current homo sapiens, the brain has undergone virtually no change in size
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Why are researchers investigating a possible role for glutamate in schizophrenia?
A. Known antipsychotic medications have their primary effects on glutamate. B. People with schizophrenia have abnormal levels of glutamate activity. C. Phencyclidine (PCP) use, which affects glutamate systems, mimics most symptoms of schizophrenia. D. Glutamate levels are directly influenced by cocaine and amphetamine.