Garry is a physician and is convinced that his patient, Mr. Mraz, has cancer. However, after several diagnostic tests and a biopsy that came back negative, Garry rethinks his original diagnosis
He admits that he was wrong and does more research to find the correct diagnosis. In this case, which basic motive did Garry give in to?
a. the need for accuracy
b. the need to feel good about oneself
c. the need for meaning
d. the need for control
Answer: A
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a. to develop exaggerated feelings of weakness and inadequacy. b. to develop a weak superego. c. to be dominated by her superego as an adult. d. to develop feelings of competence and self-sufficiency.
The rate of illicit drug use is most prevalent among Americans who are ____
a. males and young adults c. older adults b. of Asian ancestry d. females
After cells have differentiated as neurons or glia, they migrate
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is NOT identified in the text as a risk factor for psychological disorders?
a. social conditions such as poverty b. family factors such as marital strife c. biological/organic factors such as inherited vulnerabilities d. educational factors such as too little or too much schooling