The idea that large fibers in the sensory nerves can prevent impulses from reaching the brain and thus prevent the sensation of pain is part of the __________ theory of pain

a. gate-control
b. primary process
c. free nerve ending
d. volley


a

Psychology

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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A. universal; grown exponentially B. unusual; disappeared C. rare; increased substantially D. frequent; declined substantially

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A) ?a feeling of being in control. B) ?a desire for challenges. C) ?a sense of commitment. D) ?all of these.

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