If the organism cannot avoid or overcome a stressor, such as loud persistent noise, it enters what Selye refers to as the __________

a) alarm stage.
b) adaptation stage.
c) exhaustion stage.
d) regression stage.


c

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Today, genetic counseling is recommended for all couples planning to have children.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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a) savant syndrome. b) tardive dyskinesia. c) a Clozapine overdose. d) neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

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How do positive motivational experiences, such as mindfulness, flow, and meaning, contribute to an individual's growth and development?

A. These experiences form the basis for all types of meditation. B. These experiences produce a heightened sense of power motivation. C. These experiences directly contribute to weight loss. D. These experiences can help a person become more engaged in life.

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