People experiencing chronic stress tend to be more susceptible to infections due to a(n):
A) increase in glucocorticoids in the brain.
B) increase in serotonin production in the brain.
C) reduction in catecholamines in the bloodstream.
D) reduction in adrenocorticotropic hormone production.
A) increase in glucocorticoids in the brain.
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Bill spits on an umpire during a baseball game and is suspended for ten games. As a result of being suspended, Bill never spits on an umpire again. Being suspended for his behavior of spitting is referred to as a:
a. reinforcer b. punisher c. punishment d. conditioned response
Which of the following statements most accurately describes Oldham and Morris’ dimensional approach to conceptualizing personality disorders?
A. Personality traits on the various dimensions are determined by our genetic makeup and do not change. B. Personality disorders are included with mood disorders due to the ties to intense emotions. C. Individual dimension and formulas are used to determine the presence of personality disorders. D. Each personality disorder has its own continuum based on adaptability.
If Little Joey gets punished every time he plays with matches, Joey may develop a negative attitude toward matches. What would best explain Joey's negative attitude toward them?
a. classical conditioning b. operant conditioning c. personal values d. attitude conditioning
Itsuki is a split-brain patient. He finds simple tasks such as choosing an outfit or taking a shower difficult. The part of Itsuki's brain that is most likely injured is
A. a bundle of fibers connecting the hemispheres of the brain. B. a nerve network in the brain that extends from the medulla. C. a part of the brain that controls bodily balance. D. a part of the brain located in the middle of the central core.