In some states, the legal definition of mental illness excludes
a. mental retardation and substance-related disorders.
b. mental retardation and substance-related disorders.
c. personality disorders and gender dysphoria
d. posttraumatic stress disorder.
a
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The term gender-role expectations refers to
a. cultural and subcultural expectations for the appropriate behavior of males and females. b. identification with a parent of the same sex. c. the genital basis of sexuality. d. words that are used to distinguish between men and women.
According to Maslow, needs associated with impulses for self-actualization, such as perfection, justice, and beauty, are called
a. prepotent needs. b. meta-needs. c. supportive needs. d. autonomy needs.
When Schaie conducted cross-sectional research comparing the cognitive abilities of adults of different ages, he found
a gradual increase in intellectual ability with age. a gradual decline in intellectual ability with age. a sudden decline in intelligence in middle adulthood. no age-related patterns of intellectual development.
Which of the following statements about divorce in the United States is true?
A) Husbands usually report more serious marital problems than wives. B) Men are twice as likely as women to initiate divorce proceedings. C) Infidelity and substance abuse are among the strongest predictors of divorce. D) Economically advantaged couples are especially likely to divorce.