A drug that depresses central nervous system activity is referred to as
a. a hallucinogen.
b. a sedative.
c. a narcotic.
d. an amphetamine.
B
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A. Specific areas of the brain serve different functions. B. Neurons in different areas of the brain respond best to different stimuli. C. Brain areas are specialized for specific functions. D. All of these are correct.
A researcher wants to know whether eating chocolate makes people nervous. Some participants are given two bars of chocolate to eat and some are given no chocolate at all, and then all of the participants are tested for nervousness an hour later
In this experiment, the amount of chocolate eaten is the independent variable. Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Decreased pruning during adolescence is characteristic of schizophrenia.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which of the following is a component of groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous,
Narcotics Anonymous, and Cocaine Anonymous? a. asserting one's control over his or her drug use b. learning to use alcohol or drugs in moderation c. working in isolation to overcome one's addiction d. getting in touch with a "higher power" through prayer and meditation