Section Quiz: CH 12 and 13

Question 1

____ is a neurochemical associated with pleasure

Answer 1

Dopamine

Question 2

Most reasons why people stay single include all of these EXCEPT they

Answer 2

are not capable of dating

Question 3

Psychologist Robert Sternberg’s triangular theory describes these three components of romantic relationships:

Answer 3

intimacy, passion, and commitment

Question 4

Worldwide, women earn _____ percent of men’s wages

Answer 4

60

Question 4

Early adulthood spans from _____ years of age

Answer 4

18 to 30

Question 5

Today, the median age of marriage in the United States is about _____ for men

Answer 5

30

Question 6

Today in the United States, due to _____, few young adults are able to live on their own and be independent by their early 20s

Answer 6

expensive housing

Question 7

Building a sense of belonging in the community and being generative is central to _____’s theory of adult development

Answer 7

Eric Erikson

Question 7

Researchers find there are two key dimensions of attachment insecurity in young adults

Answer 7

anxiety and avoidance

Question 8

Postformal thought is

Answer 8

characterized by consideration of interpersonal and emotional factors

Question 9

Hallucinations are to _____ as delusions are to _____

Answer 9

hearing voices; unusual beliefs

Question 10

_____ is a neurochemical associated with social bonding and emotion

Answer 10

Oxytocin

Question 10

Antonio believes that there is no single answer that is the right or best one. Antonio’s belief aligns BEST with:

Answer 10

relativistic thinking

Question 11

The correct order of career development stages is

Answer 11

growth stage, career exploration, career establishment, maintenance stage

Question 12

Currently in the United States, the rate of young adults experiencing an emotional or psychological disorder is

Answer 12

the highest rate at any point in the lifespan.

Question 13

Helicopter parenting involves _____ parents.

Answer 13

overinvolved

Question 14

Today, the median age of marriage in the United States is about _____ for women

Answer 14

28

Question 14

Dion walks a few miles every week, gets about 7 hours of sleep each day, eats a lot of sugary snacks, and is usually satisfied with his appearance. How many resilience supportive healthy habits does Dion have?

Answer 14

3

Question 15

Rachel is not sure if her girlfriend truly loves her. Therefore, Rachel continually seeks affirmation of her partner’s love and dedication. Rachel’s relationship with her partner BEST depicts a(n) _____ relationship style.

Answer 15

anxious

Question 16

Complete maturation of the brain is thought to occur between the late

Answer 16

20s and 30s

Question 17

_____ is the tendency to like people who are similar to themselves.

Answer 17

Homophily

Question 18

austin’s ability to think logically, to control his impulses, and make decisions is associated with which brain area?

Answer 18

Prefrontal cortex

Question 19

According to the triangular theory of love, _____ is the decision to support, love, and form a long-term bond with someone

Answer 19

commitment

Question 20

schizophrenia is a condition that includes:

Answer 20

hallucinations, delusions, and confused thinking

Question 21

Pedro is often closed off and lacks intimacy with his partner. He feels it is best to manage his feelings on his own. Pedro's relationship with his partner MOST closely relates to _____ relationship style

Answer 21

avoidant