Sex-related hormones are produced during prenatal development, and help determine whether the fetus will develop into a female or male. This kind of endocrine influence represents the _______________ function of the endocrine system
a) activation
b) actuarial
c) organizational
d) orthographic
ANS: C, One of the functions of the endocrine system is to organize large-scale changes in the human body.
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Most theories developed by behavior geneticists to pin down genetic explanations for abnormal behavior assume that mental disorders are most likely
a. polygenic; that is, caused by a single gene. b. polygenic; that is, caused by multiple genes. c. autosomal; that is, caused by a single gene. d. autosomal; that is, caused by multiple genes.
Shawn is diagnosed with schizotypal personality disorder. Research would suggest that his family ____
a. abused him when he was a child b. is full of men with antisocial personality disorder c. could some people with schizophrenia based on a potential genetic link d. engaged in substance abuse and comes from the lower socioeconomic classes
Women with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) a. benefit from taking medications that alter dopamine activity
b. are very common, as about half of all menstruating women experience these symptoms. c. do not experience any cognitive changes related to their menstrual cycles. d. often consume more calories than women who do not have the disorder.
According to Maslow, individuals would not be motivated to satisfy their _______ needs until their ________ needs are met
a. physical; psychological b. psychological; physical c. physical; actualization d. primary; acquired