What two parts of the limbic system in the brain can be permanently altered as a result of childhood abuse?
a) prefrontal cortex and corpus callosum
b) thalamus and corpus callosum
c) temporal lobe and amygdala
d) hippocampus and amygdala
d
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a. agape. b. lupus. c. storage. d. mania.
Which of the following statements would your authors probably find the most worrisome?
A) Being open-minded about topics associated with pseudoscience is no big deal. B) The majority of Americans do not believe in the existence of ghosts or witches. C) Pseudoscience seems to be so much more interesting and engaging than science. Correct. If people believe that the untested claims found in pseudoscience are more interesting than regular science, they will be likely to follow unproven and untested courses of action. D) Science cannot answer all of the questions I am interested in, such as "Why am I here?" or "What is my life's purpose?" Incorrect. The recognition that science is imperfect and cannot answer every question is part of the humility that is required to be a scientist.
Dr. Smith believes that overt, observable behavior is the only valid way that we can study people. He is a ______.
A. sociologist B. behaviorist C. neuroscientist D. biologist
____________________ is responsible for the increase in the ability of infants to be awake and
alert. a. Environmental stimulation b. Sufficient lighting c. Parental demands d. Neurological development