Suppose a Fall in Stock Prices Makes People Feel Less

question 203

Multiple Choice

Suppose a fall in stock prices makes people feel less wealthy. What are the effects of this decrease in wealth?

• A) decreased consumption, shown as a movement to the left along a given aggregate-demand curve
• B) increased consumption, shown as a movement to the right along a given aggregate-demand curve
• C) decreased consumption, which shifts the aggregate-demand curve to the left
• D) increased in consumption, which shifts the aggregate-demand curve to the right

Understand cognitive-behavioral theories and therapies for anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

Explain the role of biological factors in anxiety, including the function of neurotransmitters and genetic contributions.

Describe treatment options for anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders, including pharmacological and psychological interventions.

Identify the symptoms and diagnostic criteria for anxiety, phobia, and obsessive-compulsive disorders according to the DSM-5.

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