The brain structure with the most direct responsibility over the autonomic nervous system is the
a. amygdala
b. cingulate cortex.
c. hippocampus.
d. hypothalamus.
d
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A) Chemicals in cigarettes can increase blood supply to the fetus. B) Mothers gain more weight during their pregnancy. C) Cigarette smoking reduces the supply of oxygen that is available to the fetus. D) The fetus is born addicted to nicotine and must go through a process of detoxification.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which of the following theoretical approaches in psychology emphasized the influence of childhood on adult thought and behavior?
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