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1.
The rational-emotive theory developed by Albert Ellis focuses on genetic vulnerabilities.
A)True
B)False
2.
Gaps between neurons into which neurotransmitters are released are known as synapses.
A)True
B)False
3.
The hypothalamus is the "master gland" because it produces the largest number of different hormones and controls the secretion of other endocrine glands.
A)True
B)False
4.
According to Freud, the id, ego, and superego occur in the unconscious.
A)True
B)False
5.
The ego operates by the pleasure principle, seeking to maximize pleasure and minimize pain as quickly as possible.
A)True
B)False
6.
Children who become fixated at the genital stage are said to be stubborn, overcontrolling, stingy, and too focused on orderliness and timeliness.
A)True
B)False
7.
Freud argued that, without undue pressure from others, individuals naturally move toward personal growth, self-acceptance, and self-actualization.
A)True
B)False
8.
In operant conditioning, behaviors will be learned most quickly if they are paired with the reward or punishment every time the behavior is emitted.
A)True
B)False
9.
Extinction is more difficult when the behavior was learned through a continuous reinforcement schedule.
A)True
B)False
10.
Thoughts such as "I should be loved by everyone for everything I do," and "I should be terribly upset by dangerous situations" are known in cognitive theory as global assumptions.
A)True
B)False
11.
Seeing the self and others as either all good or all bad is known as splitting in object relations theory.
A)True
B)False
12.
According to interpersonal theories of abnormality, a child's self-concept is part of a broader system of prototypes formed from experiences with family members.
A)True
B)False
13.
Many young girls who develop eating disorders are members of disengaged families.
A)True
B)False
14.
Carl Rogers developed client-centered therapy, which is designed to help people realize their genuine selves, to accept themselves entirely, and to begin growing toward self-actualization.
A)True
B)False
15.
Ethology is the study of animal behavior.
A)True
B)False







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