Which term refers to the physical or psychological mistreatment or neglect of elderly individuals?
A. elder ignorance
B. ageism
C. elder abuse
D. age discrimination
Answer: C
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a. low levels of serotonin b. high levels of serotonin c. low levels of dopamine d. high levels of dopamine
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a. complexity of sound waves b. amplitude of sound waves c. frequency of sound waves d. length of sound waves
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The elimination of unneeded connections in the brain is called
A) synaptogenesis. B) synaptic pruning. C) synaptic gapping. D) synaptic vesicle.