What was the basis for Freud’s development of his theory of the Oedipus complex?

Dominic has increased levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine in his frontal lobe areas. Which disorder might he be at risk of experiencing?

Melissa is diagnosed with schizophrenia. She believes that she is a powerful person who can save the world. Melissa is experiencing delusions of __________.

While talking with his best friend Matt, Carlos, who is clearly down and out, says, “Dude, I just have no luck with girls at all. I asked Tyra out last night and she turned me down flat. Nobody will EVER want to go out with me. Why am I such a loser?” Because Matt has recently taken an abnormal psychology class, he uses a cognitive perspective to answer Carlos. Which of the following might Matt say?

Intruding thoughts that occur again and again are called __________. Repetitive, ritualistic behaviors are called __________.

Therapies directed at directly changing disordered or inappropriate behavior are referred to as __________ therapies.

Physical sources of sexual problems are referred to as __________.

Which of the following terms is used to describe a sudden onset of extreme panic, with various symptoms including racing heart, rapid breathing, and sweating?

According to Jung, the memories and behavior patterns inherited from past generations are part of the __________.

Lin is Chinese American. She is very loyal to her family. Her sister lives with her, and she mails money back to China to her father and younger brother. Lin’s way of life is typical of someone who comes from a culture that is __________.