Jill was outside on a hot day (90 degrees). Suddenly, a breeze that was 85 degrees blew by, and Jill felt "cold." Why?
What will be an ideal response?
Cold-sensitive neurons in the spinal cord respond to a drop in temperature. Even though it wasn't cold outside, the breeze was colder than the outside air. When Jill's body detected the difference in temperature, she felt "cold."
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a. secrete oxytocin c. deactivate the hypothalamus b. produce sex hormones d. none of these
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which statement regarding obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is correct?
A. Individuals with OCD do not realize they have irrational obsessions B. Compulsions are usually mild and do not interfere with daily life. C. Obsessions are rarely comorbid with other disorders. D. OCD behaviors may be extreme examples of functional behaviors.