The humanistic concept that self-esteem is crucial for good mental health has been challenged by studies that show
a. teen violence is decreased after boosts in self-esteem.
b. high self-esteem is associated with good grades.
c. high teen pregnancy rates are associated with high self-esteem.
d. boosts in self-esteem lead to drug use.
e. bullies and drug addicts have high self-esteem.
e. bullies and drug addicts have high self-esteem.
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Hans Selye introduced the model of stress reaction called the general adaptation syndrome (GAS). Selye was convinced that reactions to stressful situations:
a. were general and nonspecific b. differed, depending on the type of stressor that was present c. were stronger when people had other physical illnesses d. differed, depending on the personality characteristics of the individual
Little Benjamin is taken for a drive in the country. He sees his first live horse in a field, points, and calls out, "Horse!" Benjamin has already seen horses on television and even has a stuffed toy horse. In this case, he adds this new experience to his existing concept of horse. Piaget would say that Benjamin is using
a. assimilation. b. accommodation. c. conservation. d. object permanence.