Anton’s wife arranged a surprise party for his 30th birthday. When Anton arrived home from work, a number of his friends and family jumped out and yelled ‘surprise!’ Although Anton was very touched by this gesture and happy to see his friends and family, he also felt quite anxious, tense and on-edge. These feelings gradually subsided and he was eventually able to enjoy the party. Anton’s initial feelings of anxiety and tension after being surprised can be best described as what?

A.

An acute stress disorder

B.

A ‘fight or flight’ response

C.

A deficit in effective coping skills

D.

A posttraumatic stress reaction.

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QUESTION 2

Esther is 66-years-old and has recently been diagnosed as being in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disorder. Esther’s doctor has suggested to her family that they try to provide for Esther a home environment that is calm and very consistent. What may be the primary reason why Esther’s doctor has made this recommendation?

A.

Because Esther’s abilities for resiliency and effective coping have likely been significantly undermined by the recent news that she has Alzheimer’s disorder.

B.

Because a calm home environment is likely to help Esther’s family cope with the fact that she has been diagnosed with a terminal illness.

C.

Because the research has shown that stress often acts to hasten the progression of Alzheimer’s disorder and avoiding stress can help to slow the disease’s course.

D.

Because individuals in the early stages of Alzheimer’s can become easily confused and maintaining consistency can help to avoid confusion.

1 points   

QUESTION 3

At which stage of Seyle’s General Adaptation Syndrome does the hypothalamus lose its ability to regulate hormone levels, ultimately leading to a potentially damaging overabundance of cortisol?

A.

The Alarm Stage.

B.

The Resistance Stage

C.

The Adrenal Stage

D.

The Exhaustion Stage.

1 points   

QUESTION 4

The DSM-IV has a multiaxial system. In this system a clinical diagnosis is coded along 5 "axes". Axes I and II relate to the mental health and developmental spectrums; Axis III includes the general medical conditions; Axis IV consists of the psychosocial and environmental factors affecting the client; and Axis V is the Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) rating for the client. How does the clinician decide which disorders are listed under Axis I and which are under Axis II?

A.

Axis I is mental illness; Axis II is mental retardation

B.

Axis I is organically based disorders: Axis II is psychlogically based disorders

C.

Axis I is clinical disorders and other conditions that may be a focus of clinical attention; Axis II is personality disorders and mental retardation

D.

Axis I is the most pervasive disorder: Axis II is the comorbid or secondary disorder

1 points   

QUESTION 5

In regards to psychological diagnosis, what term does the initials ‘NOS’ refer to and when is this term used?

A.

N.O.S. stands for ‘not otherwise specified,’ a term that is used when there are clinically significant symptoms that do not fully meet the criteria for a specific diagnostic category.

B.

N.O.S. stands for ‘not otherwise specified,’ a term that is used when psychological symptoms meet the criteria for more than one psychological disorders.

C.

N.O.S. stands for ‘not of significance,’ a term that is used in situations where there are psychological symptoms that do not significantly impact on an individual’s ability to function.

D.

N.O.S. stands for ‘not of significance,’ a term that is used when there is a co-morbid condition that is not significantly impacting the primary diagnosis.

1 points   

What is the difference between group polarization and group think? What are the dangers of each? Give an example of how these concepts may look in an organizational setting?

Give an example of Altruism on a macro level, and micro level, and how the concept would be used to understand an issue involving a large group (macro-level) and small group (micro-level). 500 words

What is sexual response cycle and sexual orientation. Also, what are the major problems in sexuality.

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Looking and listening around you, where are fallacies? Are they just in ads? Are they under the guise of 'propaganda' in our politics, in our governments, in our schools? How affected are you by these fallacies? Give at least two examples (from readings, life, wherever) and the types of fallacies that they are.

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The nicest thing for me is sleep, and then at least I can dream.~ Marilyn Monroe Broadly speaking, it might be argued that the most fundamental requirements for healthy growth and development in young children include: a) loving support and protection by parents/caretakers, b) adequate nutrition, and c) adequate sleep! Everything that's alive needs sleep to survive. Even your dog or cat curls up for naps. Animals sleep for the same reason you do — to give your body a tiny vacation. Not only is sleep necessary for your body, it's important for your brain, too. Though no one is exactly sure what work the brain does when you're asleep, some scientists think that the brain sorts through and stores information, replaces chemicals, and solves problems while you snooze. One more reason to get enough sleep: If you don't, you may not grow as well. That's right, researchers believe too little sleep can affect growth and your immune system — which keeps you from getting sick. I always tell my children that your body heals itself while you sleep! Assignment: Read the 5.1 Sleep Article Write three eye openers or light bulb moments you learned from the article What was your favorite bedtime routine? What was a favorite story or book (or your child’s or grandchild if you did not have one or what will you do for your child someday)? Write in a Word document and click on the link above to submit.

.Can an individual change society?

How can management effectively evaluate individuals when they work as part of a team?  What kind of measures should be used? Who would do the ratings of performance?

Discuss different reasons for referral and provide examples. Discuss how the referral process is beneficial for the client.

Caitlin Jenner has launched this disorder into the public spotlight, but before her story came the lives of many children with Gender Dysphoria. Review the documentary on Gender Dysphoriaand discuss the idea that children identified with Gender D dysphoria should be allowed to live as the gender in which they feel most comfortable. What are the short-term and long-term implications for this practice? Did this documentary impact you personally or change your thoughts on this disorder?

1. What is “noble cause corruption?” Give at least on example of noble cause corruption other than the examples used in this posted lecture or ethics text book.  

2.  Is the collective community need for safety sufficient justification for the officers’ actions in each example? Explain.

3.  Considering the facts of the extortionist’s example, can the actions of the undercover officers be considered virtuous? Explain