Richard is 67 years old. His family does not allow him to go anywhere alone because he often forgets his name, address, and the way home. In addition, Richard is unable to follow instructions and do simple chores. Which of the following diseases does Richard most likely have?
A) Alzheimer's disease
B) Addison's disease
C) Crohn's disease
D) Still's disease
A
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a. may suffer from early-onset schizophrenia. b. probably has severe neurological damage. c. may be the victim of social deprivation. d. may be displaying early signs of mental retardation.
What is a physiological effect of cocaine?
a. increase in heart rate b. pupil dilation c. increase in blood pressure d. all of these
Lady Macbeth was burdened with intense guilt after her part in the murder of Duncan. As a result, she washed her hands over and over again, trying to remove the blood she thought she saw on them. Psychologists would call Lady Macbeth's hand-washing:
a. a symbolic release c. an obsession b. dramatic irony d. a compulsion
Brain functions that rely on specific experiences to develop are called
routine-related. experience-expectant. experience dependent. experience-derived.