The "natural" opioids called endorphins or enkephalins act like neurotransmitters to

a. increase awareness of pain

b. shut down the sensation of pain.
c. cause a "natural" addiction.
d. Help heal damaged tissue, thereby decreasing pain.


b

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The current research on resiliency has cast doubt on Freud's belief that:

a. traumatic events always lead to emotional problems b. the id and superego battle with each other c. the unconscious mind influences behavior d. defense mechanisms protect the ego

Psychology

Your grandfather is dying of lung cancer. He has smoked cigarettes all of his adult life. What is likely to be the actual cause of his cancer?

a. carbon monoxide poisoning c. nicotine overdose b. hydrocarbons in the cigarette smoke d. a and b are both true

Psychology

What is our current understanding of the cause of migraine headaches?

What will be an ideal response?

Psychology