A neuron in the visual cortex responds only when light of a particular shape (such as a line) strikes the retina. What is that neuron said to be?
a. A feature detector
b. A Purkinje cell
c. A Gestalt
d. A visual constancy
a
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Recent statistics show that the third- through fifth-leading cause of death for children between the ages of 1 and 24 is ________
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Three people are in therapy. Groucho is depressed and suicidal, and his medication does not appear to be working. Chico believes that he is Tinker Bell and makes other clients clap to rejuvenate himself. Harpo can remain motionless for hours and experience periods of wild uncontrollable activity. Who would benefit most from electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)?
A. Groucho B. Chico C. Harpo D. EST is no longer used and hasn't been since the 1980s when it was outlawed in all fifty states
The part of the brain in which perceiving, remembering, and learning take place is called
the _________ cortex. a. occipital b. association c. primary visual d. frontal lobe of the e. prefrontal
The food and drug administration requires what before it will allow the marketing and sale of new drugs
a. double-blind studies b. psychological testing c. surveys d. patient approval