Question 1

What two hormones are associated with romantic love?

Accepted Answer

Vasopressin and oxytocin are hormones linked to romantic love, with oxytocin often called the "love hormone" for its role in bonding and attachment.

Question 2

According to the work of Simon LeVay (1991), which part of the brain shows similarities between women and homosexual men? ​

Accepted Answer

Simon LeVay's 1991 study found that the third interstitial nucleus of the hypothalamus (INAH-3) was similar in size between women and homosexual men, suggesting a potential biological basis for sexual orientation.

Question 3

What is the evidence to support the idea that hormones involved in the menstrual cycle do not significantly influence women's sexual interest? ​

Accepted Answer

Menopause results in a significant decrease in estrogen and progesterone levels, yet studies have shown that menopause does not necessarily decrease women's sexual interest or activity. This suggests that hormonal changes associated with the menstrual cycle may not significantly influence women's sexual interest. The other answer choices provide evidence that hormonal changes may in fact have some impact on women's sexual interest.

Question 4

The binge‑purge cycling of bulimia nervosa involves processes similar to those of ____. ​

Accepted Answer

The binge-purge cycling of bulimia nervosa involves a loss of control over eating, followed by feelings of guilt and shame, and then attempts to compensate for the binge through purging behaviors (e.g. vomiting, laxative use). These behaviors are similar to those seen in addiction, where an individual experiences strong urges to engage in a behavior (e.g. use of drugs or alcohol) despite negative consequences. Additionally, research suggests that individuals with bulimia often experience changes in the brain's reward pathways similar to those seen in substance use disorders. Therefore, choice C (addiction) is the best option.

Question 5

In one study (Twenge, Baumeister, Tice, & Stucke, 2001), students who were told that a personality test revealed that they were "the type likely to end up alone later in life" were more likely to ____. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of In one study (Twenge, Baumeister, Tice, &...

Question 6

Selena has suffered from bulimia nervosa for several years. She finally seeks professional help and is surprised to find out that medication can help her. What type of medication, when combined with cognitive behavioral therapy, would be most helpful for Selena?

Accepted Answer

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are commonly used to treat bulimia nervosa as they can help reduce binge-eating and purging behaviors when combined with cognitive behavioral therapy.

Question 7

What hormonal differences in women cause them to be more likely than men to equate sexual desire with feelings of romantic love? ​

Accepted Answer

Oxytocin, often called the "love hormone," is linked to bonding and romantic attachment, and women typically have higher levels of oxytocin and lower testosterone compared to men, which can lead to a stronger association between sexual desire and romantic love.

Question 8

What is the connection between romantic love and sexual desire? ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is the connection between romantic love...

Question 9

Sexual orientation is best defined as ____. ​

Accepted Answer

Sexual orientation refers to a stable pattern of attraction to members of a particular sex, such as being heterosexual, homosexual, or bisexual. It is not just about engaging in sexual activity or exhibiting behaviors consistent with a particular sex. Sexual attraction can also be consistent or inconsistent with one's own sex.

Question 10

The research of Anne Becker illustrates how cultural attitudes toward beauty affect eating behaviors (Becker, Burwell, Herzog, Hamburg, & Gilman, 2002). What did Anne Becker find? ​

Accepted Answer

Anne Becker's research found that with the introduction of American television to Fiji, adolescent girls reported higher rates of dieting, showing that cultural attitudes towards beauty can affect eating behaviors.

Question 11

Which physiological response represents a remnant of our ancestors' need to defend their territory? ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which physiological response represents a remnant of...

Question 12

According to research (van Anders, Hamilton, & Watson, 2007), who is likely to have the highest testosterone levels? ​

Accepted Answer

Sergio has the highest testosterone levels because he is married but also has a mistress. This suggests that he is driven by sexual desire and is not afraid to take risks.

Question 13

According to the work of Simon LeVay (1991), gay men and women have similarities in their ____. ​

Accepted Answer

Simon LeVay's work found similarities in the hypothalamic brain structure of gay men and women.

Question 14

Why are men with older brothers, but not men with older sisters or those who are only children, more likely to be gay? ​

Accepted Answer

This is known as the "older brother effect," and studies have shown that when a mother gives birth to male children, her body may produce an immune response that becomes stronger with each subsequent male pregnancy. This response includes antibodies that target male-specific antigens, which can potentially affect the developing brain of male fetuses and increase the likelihood of homosexuality. This effect has not been found in men with older sisters or those who are only children.

Question 15

After a night of eating a gallon of ice cream and potato chips, Stephen takes laxatives to purge the ingested food from his body. Stephen, like many others who suffer from bulimia nervosa, is likely to feel what after purging? ​

Accepted Answer

Individuals with bulimia nervosa often feel depression and disgust after purging due to feelings of guilt and shame associated with their eating behaviors.

Question 16

Nicole tells her gynecologist that lately she has had no sexual desire. Nicole and her gynecologist discuss the possibility of using a hormone patch to address her sexual dysfunction. This hormone patch likely uses which hormone? ​

Accepted Answer

Testosterone is often used in hormone therapy to address low sexual desire in women, as it plays a role in sexual arousal and libido.

Question 17

What is the evidence to suggest that exposure to sex hormones in the womb affects sexual orientation? ​

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that females exposed to higher than normal levels of male hormones in the womb are more likely to report same-sex sexual activity, suggesting a link between exposure to sex hormones in the womb and sexual orientation. Other options mentioned in the question either focus on hormone replacement therapy or were not supported by research evidence.

Question 18

When asked to identify what is most important to their happiness, an overwhelming majority of people typically rated ____ at the top of their list. ​

Accepted Answer

The answer of When asked to identify what is most...

Question 19

According to research (Bryant & Haselton, 2009), women who are ovulating are more likely to ____. ​

Accepted Answer

Research by Bryant & Haselton (2009) found that women who are ovulating tend to speak in higher tones, which is believed to be a subtle signal of fertility.

Question 20

According to research (Kirk, Bailey, & Martin, 2000), if one identical male twin is homosexual, his twin has what percent chance of also being homosexual? ​

Accepted Answer

Studies have consistently found that if one identical twin is homosexual, his twin has a 50% chance of also being homosexual, suggesting a strong genetic component to sexual orientation.

Quiz 7: The Developing Mind: Life-Span Development

What two hormones are associated with romantic love?

According to the work of Simon LeVay (1991) , which part of the brain shows similarities between women and homosexual men?

What is the evidence to support the idea that hormones involved in the menstrual cycle do not significantly influence women's sexual interest?

The binge‑purge cycling of bulimia nervosa involves processes similar to those of ____.

In one study (Twenge, Baumeister, Tice, & Stucke, 2001) , students who were told that a personality test revealed that they were "the type likely to end up alone later in life" were more likely to ____.

Selena has suffered from bulimia nervosa for several years. She finally seeks professional help and is surprised to find out that medication can help her. What type of medication, when combined with cognitive behavioral therapy, would be most helpful for Selena?

What hormonal differences in women cause them to be more likely than men to equate sexual desire with feelings of romantic love?

What is the connection between romantic love and sexual desire?

Sexual orientation is best defined as ____.

The research of Anne Becker illustrates how cultural attitudes toward beauty affect eating behaviors (Becker, Burwell, Herzog, Hamburg, & Gilman, 2002) . What did Anne Becker find?

Which physiological response represents a remnant of our ancestors' need to defend their territory?

According to research (van Anders, Hamilton, & Watson, 2007) , who is likely to have the highest testosterone levels?

According to the work of Simon LeVay (1991) , gay men and women have similarities in their ____.

Why are men with older brothers, but not men with older sisters or those who are only children, more likely to be gay?

After a night of eating a gallon of ice cream and potato chips, Stephen takes laxatives to purge the ingested food from his body. Stephen, like many others who suffer from bulimia nervosa, is likely to feel what after purging?

Nicole tells her gynecologist that lately she has had no sexual desire. Nicole and her gynecologist discuss the possibility of using a hormone patch to address her sexual dysfunction. This hormone patch likely uses which hormone?

What is the evidence to suggest that exposure to sex hormones in the womb affects sexual orientation?

When asked to identify what is most important to their happiness, an overwhelming majority of people typically rated ____ at the top of their list.

According to research (Bryant & Haselton, 2009) , women who are ovulating are more likely to ____.

According to research (Kirk, Bailey, & Martin, 2000) , if one identical male twin is homosexual, his twin has what percent chance of also being homosexual?

Quiz 7: The Developing Mind: Life-Span Development

What two hormones are associated with romantic love?

According to the work of Simon LeVay (1991) , which part of the brain shows similarities between women and homosexual men? ​

What is the evidence to support the idea that hormones involved in the menstrual cycle do not significantly influence women's sexual interest? ​

The binge‑purge cycling of bulimia nervosa involves processes similar to those of ____. ​

In one study (Twenge, Baumeister, Tice, & Stucke, 2001) , students who were told that a personality test revealed that they were "the type likely to end up alone later in life" were more likely to ____. ​

Selena has suffered from bulimia nervosa for several years. She finally seeks professional help and is surprised to find out that medication can help her. What type of medication, when combined with cognitive behavioral therapy, would be most helpful for Selena?

What hormonal differences in women cause them to be more likely than men to equate sexual desire with feelings of romantic love? ​

What is the connection between romantic love and sexual desire? ​

Sexual orientation is best defined as ____. ​

The research of Anne Becker illustrates how cultural attitudes toward beauty affect eating behaviors (Becker, Burwell, Herzog, Hamburg, & Gilman, 2002) . What did Anne Becker find? ​

Which physiological response represents a remnant of our ancestors' need to defend their territory? ​

According to research (van Anders, Hamilton, & Watson, 2007) , who is likely to have the highest testosterone levels? ​

According to the work of Simon LeVay (1991) , gay men and women have similarities in their ____. ​

Why are men with older brothers, but not men with older sisters or those who are only children, more likely to be gay? ​

After a night of eating a gallon of ice cream and potato chips, Stephen takes laxatives to purge the ingested food from his body. Stephen, like many others who suffer from bulimia nervosa, is likely to feel what after purging? ​

Nicole tells her gynecologist that lately she has had no sexual desire. Nicole and her gynecologist discuss the possibility of using a hormone patch to address her sexual dysfunction. This hormone patch likely uses which hormone? ​

What is the evidence to suggest that exposure to sex hormones in the womb affects sexual orientation? ​

When asked to identify what is most important to their happiness, an overwhelming majority of people typically rated ____ at the top of their list. ​

According to research (Bryant & Haselton, 2009) , women who are ovulating are more likely to ____. ​

According to research (Kirk, Bailey, & Martin, 2000) , if one identical male twin is homosexual, his twin has what percent chance of also being homosexual? ​

According to the work of Simon LeVay (1991) , which part of the brain shows similarities between women and homosexual men?

What is the evidence to support the idea that hormones involved in the menstrual cycle do not significantly influence women's sexual interest?

The binge‑purge cycling of bulimia nervosa involves processes similar to those of ____.

In one study (Twenge, Baumeister, Tice, & Stucke, 2001) , students who were told that a personality test revealed that they were "the type likely to end up alone later in life" were more likely to ____.

What hormonal differences in women cause them to be more likely than men to equate sexual desire with feelings of romantic love?

What is the connection between romantic love and sexual desire?

Sexual orientation is best defined as ____.

The research of Anne Becker illustrates how cultural attitudes toward beauty affect eating behaviors (Becker, Burwell, Herzog, Hamburg, & Gilman, 2002) . What did Anne Becker find?

Which physiological response represents a remnant of our ancestors' need to defend their territory?

According to research (van Anders, Hamilton, & Watson, 2007) , who is likely to have the highest testosterone levels?

According to the work of Simon LeVay (1991) , gay men and women have similarities in their ____.

Why are men with older brothers, but not men with older sisters or those who are only children, more likely to be gay?

After a night of eating a gallon of ice cream and potato chips, Stephen takes laxatives to purge the ingested food from his body. Stephen, like many others who suffer from bulimia nervosa, is likely to feel what after purging?

Nicole tells her gynecologist that lately she has had no sexual desire. Nicole and her gynecologist discuss the possibility of using a hormone patch to address her sexual dysfunction. This hormone patch likely uses which hormone?

What is the evidence to suggest that exposure to sex hormones in the womb affects sexual orientation?

When asked to identify what is most important to their happiness, an overwhelming majority of people typically rated ____ at the top of their list.

According to research (Bryant & Haselton, 2009) , women who are ovulating are more likely to ____.

According to research (Kirk, Bailey, & Martin, 2000) , if one identical male twin is homosexual, his twin has what percent chance of also being homosexual?