A health psychologist is reviewing research on the topics of divorce, depression, and college exams. What will this psychologist conclude is a common thread across these topics?
a) They are examples of eustress.
b) They are major life events listed in the Social Readjustment Rating Scale.
c) They are associated with increased risk of heart disease.
d) They are associated with lowered immune system functioning.
D
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The irrational belief that one's physical body is being affected negatively by an outside source is the key feature of delusions
a. referential b. grandiose c. somatic d. persecutory
Areta has just experienced a date rape. Which drug would her rapist have been most likely to use?
a. Ecstasy b. PCP c. MDMA d. Ketamine
Which type of explanation describes why a particular structure or behavior is advantageous?
a. physiological b. ontogenetic c. evolutionary d. functional