According to gate theory, distraction relieves pain by doing what?
a. It blocks the release of endorphins in the brain
b. It inhibits transmission of messages in the spinal cord.
c. It prevents the person from scratching the damaged area.
d. It hyperpolarizes pain receptors on the skin.
b
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In a cross-sectional developmental study, age would be the quasi-independent variable
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
As you read this question, your brain gives meaning to the lines and curves on this page. This activity of your brain represents:
A) sensory adaptation. B) sensation. C) perception. D) transduction.
It would be accurate to state that William James was interested in the ________ of the mind, and Edward Titchener was interested in the ________ of the mind
a. functions; contents b. contents; functions c. functions; functions d. contents; contents
Which of the following statements best represents the prevailing view among developmentalists?
a. Social development is not related to cognitive development. b. Physical development is not related to cognitive development. c. Social development is not related to physical development. d. Physical, social, and cognitive development are interrelated.