When people unconsciously try to prevent themselves from experiencing emotions to avoid the pain brought about by the experience, this is known as

According to research presented in the text, older adults typically sleep about _____ hours a night, although they stay in bed about ____ hours per night:

a. 4; 10 b. 6 to 6½; 8 c. 8 to 8½; 10 d. 9 to 10; 23

Regarding the popular pseudopsychology of astrology, which of the following statements is TRUE?

a. In a famous test, astrologers were able to accurately distinguish murderers from law-abiding people based on their horoscopes. b. A connection has been found between one's astrological sign and leadership, physical characteristics, and career choices. c. Couples whose astrological signs are compatible have a lower divorce rate than those couples with incompatible signs. d. Since astrology was first set up, the zodiac has shifted in the sky by one full constellation.