Frank argues that early experiences are very important because these "early lessons" shape the way the brain develops. Frank's view that experience influences brain development is the central idea behind the concept of:
a. synaptic transmission
b. neuromodulation
c. habituation
d. brain plasticity
d
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Which of the following is a brain-imaging method in which radioactive dye that attaches to glucose in the brain is injected into a person and a computer compiles a color-coded image of the activity of the person's brain?
A. Electroencephalography (EEG) B. Computed tomography (CT) C. Positron emission tomography (PET) D. Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI)
In a study designed to test the development of mathematical ability, a group of 3-year olds and a group of 10-year olds are tested. What sort of design is this called?
a. cross sectional b. longitudinal c. cross sequential d. cohort
From a sociocultural perspective, what people need to learn and how they learn is the same for everyone
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
The most serious "complication" of mood disorder is
(a) mood disorder leads to schizophrenia (b) mood disorders involve external attributions (c) feelings of worthlessness (d) suicide