What equipment makes it possible to implant a tiny electrode into subcortical brain structures?
a) electroencephalograph
b) stereotaxic instrument
c) positron emission tomography
d) computerized axial tomography
ANS: b
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Trevor is displaying qualities that are characteristic of A) bipolar disorder. B) a learning disability. C) mental retardation. D) autism.
Normal children can sit still and concentrate for a while if they want to, but children
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