Which of the following statements is generally true of the three major eating disorders?
a. Eating disorders affect more men than women.
b. Eating disorders have a strong genetic component.
c. Eating disorders represent behaviors that were once adaptive but do not fit within current society.
d. Eating disorders are more common in the elderly than in adolescents.
Ans: B
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a. are less likely to be formed on the basis of sex. b. are more likely to include people of different ethnicities. c. are more likely to stress the importance of self-disclosure and acceptance. d. are less likely to be determined based upon age.
Aimee's son is mentally retarded. To best help him, Aimee should
A) protect him from teasing and punishment. B) not let her son explore too much. C) constantly provide him with new caregivers. D) try to let him care for himself as much as possible.
Which of the following is a trade-off that women make to avoid experiencing role overload?
a. Working more hours at work. b. Trading household chores and expectations for a clean home in order to spend more time with children. c. Losing sleep (doing chores when the children are in bed) so awake time can be spent with children. d. Quitting their job
Which disorder is characterized by negative, hostile, or defiant behaviors that are less severe than those found in conduct disorder?
A) disruptive behavior disorder B) oppositional defiant disorder C) attention-deficit/hyperactive disorder D) pervasive developmental disorder