The slowing of thoughts and movements by those experiencing depression is called

a) Psychomotor agitation.
b) Social withdrawal.
c) Psychomotor retardation.
d) Melancholia.

c

Psychology

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Which of the following hypothetical or actual pieces of evidence would provide the best support for the existence of a gender role crossover in midlife?

a. cross-sectional comparisons of young and middle aged adults showing higher levels of androgyny among middle-aged men and women b. cross-sectional comparisons of levels of independence in women showing that women in their 50s are more independent than women in their 20s c. longitudinal analysis of men's work roles showing that some men acquire the role of mentor at midlife d. longitudinal analysis of behavior in married couples between age 30 and age 50 showing women becoming more assertive and men becoming more passive.

Psychology

People with insomnia can lower their arousal level before sleep by doing all of the following EXCEPT

a. using progressive muscle relaxation. b. using meditation or blotting out worries with calming images. c. writing down worries or concerns and planning what to do about them the next day. d. engaging in strenuous exercise one to two hours before bedtime.

Psychology