The areas of the brain that aren't strictly devoted to sensory or motor functions are termed:
a) prefrontal areas.
b) association areas.
c) occipital areas.
d) Broca's areas.
Answer: b
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Early proponents of the Rorschach gave impressive demonstrations that seemed to support the reliability of the test. These demonstrations
a. are unquestionable evidence of the effectiveness of the Rorschach. b. have been labeled as the result of the Barnum effect. c. depended on the evaluator giving one specific analysis. d. were undoubtedly given before the analyst knew anything about the patient.
Lenny is 25 years old and has had multiple arrests for assaults, theft, and drug use. He has hurt strangers, friends, and family and has never shown any remorse or regret. Following his last arrest, Lenny met with a social worker who told him about antisocial personality disorder; he is now convinced that that is "what's wrong" with him. Lenny recently went to a local community mental health
center and asked to be treated by a psychotherapist. The problem with this story is that a. individuals with antisocial personality disorder do not generally seek treatment. b. Lenny has misdiagnosed himself, since his behaviors are more typical of conduct disorder. c. the drug use does not fit the pattern of antisocial personality disorder. d. the description does not fit any known personality disorder.
Chapter 9 Refer to the research study described on pages 250 - 251 of your textbook to answer the following question. What alternative explanations can you come up with to explain the results of this study?
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following best reflects collectivistic cultural beliefs in education?
a. Children often work in groups, with children who have mastered the concept instructing those who have not grasped it just yet. b. Children often work individually, attempting to do their best so they are the ones to receive the praise of their teacher. c. Children are often encouraged to do their best, to meet their own goals, and not be concerned with the goals of others. d. Children often study and practice with a friend, but take their exams independently and are often encouraged to outperform the rest of the class.