Compared with young adults,older adults are especially likely to

A) spend less time in deep sleep.
B) spend less time in N1 sleep.
C) spend more time in paradoxical sleep.
D) complete the sleep cycle more slowly.

To understand the unusual behavior of an adult client,a clinical psychologist carefully investigates the client's current life situation and his physical,social-cultural,and educational history. Which research method has the psychologist used?

A) the survey
B) the case study
C) experimentation
D) naturalistic observation

Magazine computer ads seldom feature endorsements from Hollywood stars or great athletes.Instead,they offer detailed information for consumers to develop more positive opinions about the company's products.This advertising strategy best illustrates

A) peripheral route persuasion.
B) central route persuasion.
C) attributions.
D) cognitive dissonance.

Reinforcing desired behaviors and withholding reinforcement for undesired behaviors is most central to the process of

A) classical conditioning.
B) light exposure therapy.
C) behavior modification.
D) progressive relaxation.

In an experiment to assess the effects of a new hay fever drug, two groups are used. One group is given the drug while the second group is given a pill that contains no medication but looks and tastes exactly like the one containing the drug. The group getting the pill that contains the hay fever drug is called the ________ group.

A) control
B) experimental
C) dependent
D) independent

What did Kelly mean by the commonality corollary? Find an example of it in the case study.

Research to support a genetic component to ADHD indicates that the regulation of may be involved.

A) acetylcholine
B) serotonin
C) testosterone
D) benzoate

Chronic pain

A) Serotonin
B) Cortisol
C) Dopamine
D) Endorphins
E) Adrenalin

Clive and Josie have been romantic partners for two years. Six months ago, Clive proposed Josie but she declined. However, she agreed to move in with him. This scenario exemplifies _______.

A) cohabitation.
B) reciprocity.
C) serial monogamy.
D) empty love.