According to psychodynamic theory, the _____ is the part of the mind that generates defense mechanisms.
A. ego
B. superego
C. id
D. alterego
A. ego
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a. The incidence does not vary by ethnic and racial groups. b. Overall, the incidence is about 12%. c. It depends upon whether the mother is having multiple babies (such as twins). d. It almost always leads to fetal hypoxia during the birthing process.
If Ann engages in a relationship-enhancing style of attribution when explaining her husband Tom's behavior, then she will make ____ attributions for Tom's achievements and ____ attributions for Tom's failures
a. internal; internal b. internal; external c. external; internal d. external; external
Unspoken rules and strategies that are rarely, if ever, taught formally are called:
a. general intelligence (g factor) b. intrapersonal intelligence c. tacit knowledge d. creative intelligence
In a landmark study of mental health needs and services, what did Albee (1959) conclude?
a. extensive funding could train enough professionals to treat all persons who need help b. there would never be enough money or professionals to treat all who need help c. professionals should be trained in medical schools d. community mental health centers would provide treatment for all who needed it