Think of a person you know who has a chronic illness. Discuss some of the biological and psychological issues that occur for that person as s/he lives with that illness? How does this person's experience fit (or not fit) with research findings cited in the text.
What will be an ideal response?
Responses will vary.
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a. catatonia b. anhedonia c. split personality d. brief psychotic disorder
________, caused by a lack of protein, is marked by lethargic behavior, wrinkly skin, an apathetic look, thin, reddish hair, and a distended stomach
a. Bulimia c. Kwashiorkor b. Anorexia nervosa d. Marasmus
The two primary classes of runaways are:
A) partial and full. B) transferred and thrown out. C) intentional and unintentional. D) intent and transient.
Scott believes very strongly that saccharine is an unsafe sugar substitute that may even cause cancer. Even though Scott is diabetic, and thus should be using sugar substitutes, he often opts for sugar-laden foods and drinks to avoid saccharine
"I'll just exercise more later; the sugar isn't a big deal. I'm really being healthier by avoiding saccharine," he thinks to himself. Scott's behavior and thoughts are examples of ________ in the face of cognitive dissonance. a. harmonizing b. rationalizing c. patronizing d. denial