Describe two of the physiological factors discussed as possible factors in ASD

What will be an ideal response?


• Regions of brain – frontal lobes, amygdala, and cerebellum; impaired connectivity between two parts of the brain
• Mirror neuron system – affects ability to learn from visual observations of others
• Growth dysregulation hypothesis – brain growth goes awry

Psychology

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Describe the basic structure of a research experiment. Include the definition and purpose of the hypothesis, independent variable, dependent variable, control group, experimental group, and random assignment

What will be an ideal response?

Psychology

What is the term that Erikson uses to describe a desire to establish and guide the next generations?

A) Propagation B) Reproduction C) Generativity D) Intimacy

Psychology

A school is considering making students wear uniforms. The school consults with a social psychologist to weigh the pros and cons of such an action. Which of the following benefits is she most likely to mention?

A. Uniforms will ensure the students dress modestly. B. Uniforms could help students take on the social role of "student" and be more prepared to learn. C. Uniforms decrease the distraction of worrying about fashion and what others wear. D. Uniforms will reduce socioeconomic distinctions between students.

Psychology

People are concerned not only with what they are like but also with how they value those qualities

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Psychology