PSY 357 Exam 3 Newest 2026 Questions and
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what is metabolic syndrome CORRECT ANSWER-condition characterized by
hypertension, obesity and insulin resistance
chronic stress exposure is linked to it
what is main cause of death in middle adulthood CORRECT ANSWER-chronic
diseases
what factors contribute to development of cardiovascular disease CORRECT
ANSWER-cholesterol levels
define climacteric CORRECT ANSWER-midlife transition in which fertility
declines
describe sexual activity in middle adulthood CORRECT ANSWER-occurs less
frequently than in early adulthood
,crystallized intelligence CORRECT ANSWER-accumulated info. and verbal skills
continue to increase
fluid intelligence CORRECT ANSWER-ability to reason abstractly may begin to
decline
physical development in early adulthood CORRECT ANSWER-bad health habits
engaged in, obesity increases, dieting is on the rise but many are unsuccessful,
exercise helps prevent chronic disorders, substance abuse can become a problem
what age is peak physical performance seen at CORRECT ANSWER-between 19
and 26
key factors contributing to obesity CORRECT ANSWER-heredity, leptin, set
point, environmental factors
what is leptin CORRECT ANSWER-satiety hormone that helps regulate energy
balance by inhibiting hunger
what is meant by set point CORRECT ANSWER-set point is the number your
body weigh normally fluctuates around
, Patterns of heterosexuality CORRECT ANSWER-males have more casual sexual
partners while females are more selective about their sexual partners
individuals who were sexually active in adolescence engage in more risky sexual
behaviors, then those who delayed their sexual debuts
adults who were in college or had graduated from college reported having fewer
casual sex partners than those without a high school diploma
compare & contrast heterosexual and homosexual couples CORRECT
ANSWER-Heterosexual: more skilled at making up after a disagreement, more
gender role conflicts, had somewhat less satisfaction from tender sensual and
erotic activities
Homosexual: more affection and humor in face of conflict, more likely to remain
positive after disagreement, less belligerence, fear, and domineering behavior
seduction myth of sexual orientation CORRECT ANSWER-the idea that you
catch being gay from someone and are seduced into the ways of being
homosexual
by-default myth of sexual orientation CORRECT ANSWER-the idea that
homosexuality is a fallback plan for someone who didn't have good heterosexual
relationships
Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+
what is metabolic syndrome CORRECT ANSWER-condition characterized by
hypertension, obesity and insulin resistance
chronic stress exposure is linked to it
what is main cause of death in middle adulthood CORRECT ANSWER-chronic
diseases
what factors contribute to development of cardiovascular disease CORRECT
ANSWER-cholesterol levels
define climacteric CORRECT ANSWER-midlife transition in which fertility
declines
describe sexual activity in middle adulthood CORRECT ANSWER-occurs less
frequently than in early adulthood
,crystallized intelligence CORRECT ANSWER-accumulated info. and verbal skills
continue to increase
fluid intelligence CORRECT ANSWER-ability to reason abstractly may begin to
decline
physical development in early adulthood CORRECT ANSWER-bad health habits
engaged in, obesity increases, dieting is on the rise but many are unsuccessful,
exercise helps prevent chronic disorders, substance abuse can become a problem
what age is peak physical performance seen at CORRECT ANSWER-between 19
and 26
key factors contributing to obesity CORRECT ANSWER-heredity, leptin, set
point, environmental factors
what is leptin CORRECT ANSWER-satiety hormone that helps regulate energy
balance by inhibiting hunger
what is meant by set point CORRECT ANSWER-set point is the number your
body weigh normally fluctuates around
, Patterns of heterosexuality CORRECT ANSWER-males have more casual sexual
partners while females are more selective about their sexual partners
individuals who were sexually active in adolescence engage in more risky sexual
behaviors, then those who delayed their sexual debuts
adults who were in college or had graduated from college reported having fewer
casual sex partners than those without a high school diploma
compare & contrast heterosexual and homosexual couples CORRECT
ANSWER-Heterosexual: more skilled at making up after a disagreement, more
gender role conflicts, had somewhat less satisfaction from tender sensual and
erotic activities
Homosexual: more affection and humor in face of conflict, more likely to remain
positive after disagreement, less belligerence, fear, and domineering behavior
seduction myth of sexual orientation CORRECT ANSWER-the idea that you
catch being gay from someone and are seduced into the ways of being
homosexual
by-default myth of sexual orientation CORRECT ANSWER-the idea that
homosexuality is a fallback plan for someone who didn't have good heterosexual
relationships
