The basic units of sound in a given language are called

a. phonemes.
b. pragmatics.
c. semantics.
d. morphemes.

a

Psychology

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A therapist is evaluating a person who experienced catatonia, disorganized speech, restricted affect, avolition, and social withdrawal for the past two months. This has led to impairment in the person's personal life and at work. Does this patient meet the diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia?

A. No, the person must experience symptoms for at least six months or more. B. No, the person must also experience delusions or hallucinations. C. Yes, the person meets the diagnostic criteria. D. No, the presence of restricted affect and avolution suggest a diagnosis of dissociative identity disorder.

Psychology

The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that physical education classes for boys and girls should

a. be held separately at all times. b. be held separately for competitive games only. c. be held together for noncompetitive sports like square dancing. d. always be held together.

Psychology