The neurons that automatically activate in response to watching an action appear to ______.

a. are located throughout the cerebral cortex and allow for self-reflective awareness
b. bridge sensory and motor cortex systems
c. allow for the feeling of empathy when watching others experience hardship
d. allow for advanced study and learning


Ans: B

Psychology

You might also like to view...

A pain message to the brain is initiated by the release of any or all of the chemicals EXCEPT

a. P. c. pheromones. b. bradykinin. d. prostaglandins.

Psychology

Jill's epilepsy is not responding to medication and is causing life-threatening symptoms. Her doctor has suggested surgery. One of the first steps in preparation for her surgery will be _________ to determine where her language center is located.

A. a split-brain test B. a positron emission tomography (PET) scan C. functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) D. a computerized tomography (CT) scan

Psychology

The method that gradually reduces a client's fears is called __________.

A. operant conditioning B. free association C. systematic desensitization D. reciprocal inhibition

Psychology

Acceptance and commitment therapy encourages stigmatized people to:

A. avoid people who stereotype them. B. engage and respond to others’ prejudice. C. disengage from others’ stereotyping. D. escape from situations where they are stereotyped.

Psychology