By serving as a positive modulator for GABAA receptors, alcohol has all of the following actions except:
a. Binds to a site different from the site that GABA binds to.
b. Increases the length of GABAA receptor activation.
c. Increase the flow of chloride ions into the neuron.
d. Prevents downregulation of GABAA receptors.
Ans: D
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Children transferred from foster homes to adoptive homes after 6 months of age
a. showed worse developmental outcomes than children transferred at younger ages. b. did not bond with adoptive parents, but also did not show developmental deficits. c. greatly outpaced non-adopted children in terms of social development. d. were less likely to have developmental problems because of age.
Judith is taking back a defective item to a store and does not have a receipt. In speaking with the clerk, who is refusing to replace the item, Judith simple restate her request is several polite ways without raising her voice. Her persistent restatement of her request is known as:
A) ?the door-in-the-face technique. B) ?the "broken record." C) ?assertive rehearsal. D) ?overlearning.
In general, which of the following would tend to decrease pain?
a. unpleasant emotions b. having some control over the pain c. focusing directly on the pain d. all of these
Suppose that a local government is considering a construction project that will cost taxpayers a large amount of money. Residents have strong views on both sides of the debate. In an attempt to educate the public, the city arranges several informational sessions in which the pros and cons of the project are discussed. Which result is consistent with the psychological literature?
A) Residents' original attitudes towards the project would be strengthened by attending the informational sessions. B) Residents' original attitudes towards the project would be weakened slightly by attending the informational sessions. C) The majority of the residents would change their minds after hearing evidence on both sides of the debate. D) The informational sessions would have no effect whatsoever on residents' attitudes towards the project.