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If an identical twin has schizophrenia, the co-twin's chances of being similarly afflicted are _____ in 10 if they shared a placenta.
6
Understanding money and time are examples of _____ skills.
conceptual
Which option correctly pairs a general symptom category with a specific symptom of schizophrenia? Please choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. Answer choices
disturbed perceptions and beliefs—hallucinations
The BEST-known example of a psychotic disorder is probably: Please choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. Answer choices
schizophrenia
Bobby stole money from the local grocery store on the corner to buy beer. He later assaulted a 72-year-old woman and stole her purse. In the alley, he dumped the purse, went to Starbucks for a cup of coffee, and proceeded to take the train over to the South Side. On the train, a passenger stepped on his shoes, and he threw the hot coffee into the passenger's face and laughed. Bobby would be considered to have: Please choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. Answer choices
antisocial personality disorder
Although the cause of antisocial personality disorder is unclear, some people do appear to have a genetic vulnerability. For example, twin and adoption studies indicate that biological relatives of those with antisocial personality disorder: Please choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. Answer choicesare at decreased risk for antisocial beha
are at increased risk for antisocial behavior.
The Markowitz family has a son, Noah, who has exceptionally high intelligence and excels in math. However, he lacks social and communicative skills, which limit his ability to sustain normal peer relationships. With which of these is Noah MOST likely to be diagnosed?
autism spectrum disorder
Belinda appears to be a typical 14-year-old. She socializes with her friends and spends her time listening to music and watching movies. Unknown to her parents and friends, Belinda will sometimes binge on large amounts of food and then either vomit or use laxatives to purge herself of the extra calories. Belinda MOST likely suffers from:
bulimia nervosa.
Bill, a young man with an intelligence score of 65, has relatively good interpersonal skills and is able to take care of his own personal grooming needs. However, he has difficulty with reading and counting money. If he is to live independently, Bill would probably have MOST difficulty with _____ skills.
conceptual
Bill, a young man with an intelligence score of 65, has relatively good interpersonal skills and is able to take care of his own personal grooming needs. However, he has difficulty with reading and counting money. If he is to live independently, Bill would probably have MOST difficulty with _____ skills. Please type the correct answer in the following input field, and then select the submit answer button or press the enter key when finished. Your answer:
conceptual
Jackie has an extremely low intelligence score of 65. She lives at an assisted living center where she works part time in the kitchen cleaning dishes. Jackie's ability to work effectively displays her _____ skills. Please choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. Answer choices
practical
Jackie has an extremely low intelligence score of 65. She lives at an assisted living center where she works part time in the kitchen cleaning dishes. Jackie's ability to work effectively displays _____ skills. Please type the correct answer in the following input field, and then select the submit answer button or press the enter key when finished. Your
practical
Calvin is extremely manipulative. He can look anyone in the eye and lie convincingly. His deceit often endangers the safety and well-being of those around him, but he is indifferent to their suffering as a result of his actions. Calvin's behavior BEST illustrates _____ personality disorder. Please type the correct answer in the following input field, and then select the submit answer button or press the enter key when finished.
antisocial
The prevalence of autism spectrum disorder has _____ in recent years. Its prevalence varies ____ from place to place. Please choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button.
increased; greatly
Marcus' twin brother and maternal grandmother both have previously been diagnosed with schizophrenia. This means that Marcus' risk for developing schizophrenia: Please choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. Answer choices
is much higher than average
In _____ disorders, awareness becomes separated from past feelings, thoughts, and memories. Please choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. Answer choices
dissociative
Monica has an intelligence score of 60. Although she needs to live at home with her parents, she does go out and see movies with her friends. By doing this, Monica is displaying _____ skills. Please choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. Answer choices
social