What is the most accurate description of endorphins?
a) plant-derived treatment for severe pain
b) opium-like chemicals found in the body
c) toxin that can cause a loss of neurons in the brain
d) treatment for a variety of disturbances in motor movement
ANS: b
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a. before thought. b. after thought. c. simultaneously with thought. d. as a control on thought.
The tendency to perceive members of an out group as less variable, or more similar to one another, than members of the in group, is called the
a. minimal group effect. b. out group homogeneity effect. c. in group homogeneity effect. d. contrast effect.
Sean was experiencing some adjustment problems and went to see a psychologist. The therapist talked to Sean and made him feel comfortable, so that he was able to say very personal things and not feel embarrassed. The psychologist learned many important things about Sean in this manner. What assessment technique was the therapist using?
A. clinical interview B. psychological test C. neurological test D. CAT scan
Howard Gardner is to "multiple intelligences" as ________ is to "general intelligence."
a. Alfred Binet c. Robert Jones b. Howard Gardner d. Charles Spearman.