Ying Is a Competitive Gamer

question 11

Multiple Choice

Ying is a competitive gamer. She is a member of several online computer gaming communities, and she streams and shares all the games she plays with the members of the communities. For her, these online communities serve as a(n) _____.

• A) dissociativereference group
• B) aspirational reference group
• C) formal reference group
• D) primary reference group
• E) secondary reference group

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Definitions:

Neurochemical Imbalance

A disturbance in the levels of neurotransmitters in the brain, which can affect mood and behavior.

Heritability

The proportion of variance in individuals' traits which can be attributed to genetic differences.

Antipsychotic Medication

Drugs used to treat symptoms of psychosis, such as delusions and hallucinations, in conditions like schizophrenia.

Stressful Events

Occurrences that cause significant anxiety, pressure, or strain, requiring adaptation or coping mechanisms.