Marsha was in a relatively minor car accident, but the embryo in her uterus was not harmed due to the cushioning effect of the ________ .

Which of the following does NOT support the idea of multiple intelligences?

A) Head injury can lead to the loss of one ability but not others. B) People who score highly on intelligence tests often excel in a number of areas. C) Intelligent people vary a great deal in terms of physical, social, and artistic skills. D) Savants may have low mental capacities, but excel at specific abilities.

People living under stressful conditions tend to get sick more often than they would otherwise. How do researchers in psychoneuroimmunology explain this phenomenon?

a) The stress response reduces immune system functioning, thus making us more vulnerable to diseases. b) The stress response in the long run leads to a lowering of the heart rate, which makes the heart inefficient. c) The stress response makes muscles stronger, which places a greater burden on the heart and respiratory systems. d) The body tends to adapt to the constant call for the stress response and, thus, future responses are not as strong as before.