A number of doctors and HMOs recommend that all men over the age of 40 have PST levels in their blood checked on a regular basis. The goal is to identify possible prostate cancer as early as possible. This is one example of:
a. primary prevention
b. tertiary prevention
c. auxiliary prevention
d. secondary prevention
D
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Although the overall theory was later discredited, _____ was one of the first theories to propose that some human traits and abilities are localized in specific regions of the brain.
A) stimulus–response theory B) phrenology C) dualism D) nativism
Which type of play is a Korean preschooler most likely to be seen doing?
a. Acting out a superhero theme with friends b. Bossing a playmate around c. Playing house d. Pretending that a villain is chasing him or her
Although regular marijuana smokers often show a slowing of cognitive processing, evidence for negative acute cognitive effects is less dramatic than it is for infrequent users
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Children in which type of families tend to eat fewer fruits and vegetables and have fewer opportunities for physical activity?
A) poor families B) wealthy families C) educated families D) East Coast families