Fear of open spaces, traveling, and being in crowds is called
a) xenophobia.
b) agoraphobia.
c) claustrophobia.
d) specific phobia.
Question 2What change in sexual practices has occurred over the last several decades in the United States?
a) first intercourse occurs later
b) higher reported rates of homosexuality
c) males responding less to peer pressure
d) oral sex more widely accepted by college students
Question 3Barbara is concerned about her husband's premature ejaculation, which occurs before she reaches orgasm. From her perspective, which of the following phases of the sexual response cycle is problematic in Barbara's husband?
a) orgasm
b) excitement
c) resolution
d) desire
Question 4Two anonymous surveys with similar response rates yield two very different estimates of the percent of the population that identifies as homosexual. A professor uses the examples to teach students in a research class.
What is the lesson that is most likely to be learned from this finding?
a) The geography of the samples can influence results.
b) The wording of questions can determine the response rate.
c) Most people will not admit their homosexuality even in anonymous surveys.
d) Topics such as sexual behavior lead to very low response rates, that make the surveys not interpretable.
Question 5Max began to use LSD. After two weeks, he began to experience flashbacks. Max is experiencing:
a) relapse
b) post-hallucinogen perceptual disorder
c) post-hallucinogen disorder
d) withdrawal
Question 6A high-functioning individual with autism spectrum disorder most likely has
a) a peer group and is able to attend regular schools.
b) an IQ score of over 130.
c) an IQ score of over 80.
d) a very good long-term memory.