According to the text, which of the following terms is used to describe the period of rapid growth in physical size and strength that occur during adolescence?

a. pubescent jump
b. massa intermedia
c. growth spurt
d. secondary growth

c

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a. ?the reticular formation b. ?the substantia nigra c. ?the medial parietal cortex d. ?the corpus callosum

Psychology

Gorski said that relapse-prone clients cannot recover alone. What types of support systems are needed in relapse prevention?

a. Twelve Step groups, including a sponsor b. a psychotherapist to address core psychological issues c. family members d. support systems must be individually determined based on client needs

Psychology