Which of the following is true of the development of new drugs?

a. Usually drug development occurs without the use of animal models.
b. Animal models are only useful when developing drugs that do not affect cognition. c. Animal models cannot address human drug dependency.
d. Drug development is not possible without animal models.


ANSWER: d

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Recent research has shown that child abuse can affect brain development. What is one finding?

A. The myelin surrounding neurons starts to deteriorate. B. The prefrontal cortex's ability to make rational decisions becomes impaired. C. The amygdala becomes more active, even in unemotional situations. D. There is a reduction in brain areas involved in processing emotional cues.

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The prefrontal cortex ____.

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