PSYC 331 Exam 1 Questions With Complete Solutions

Which of the following is most stressful to people and animals? a. Constant stressors b. Predictable stressors c. Uncontrollable stressors d. Physical stressors correct answer: uncontrollable stressors All of the following increase your risk for developing PTSD after experiencing a traumatic event, EXCEPT: a. Higher intelligence b. Female gender c. Family history of anxiety d. Previous depression correct answer: higher intelligence One advantage of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) over the CAT scan is that the MRI ________ a. is not an invasive procedure. b. provides better differentiation and clarity. c. measures the metabolic processes of the brain. d. does not require a claustrophobic cylinder-shaped machine. correct answer: provides better differentiation and clarity 7. Which of the following phobias is more likely to run in families? a. Natural environment type phobias b. Insect-type phobias