In the process known as __________, sensory receptors become less sensitive to repeated presentations of the same stimulus.

A. sensation
B. sensory fatigue
C. sensory adaptation
D. discrimination


Answer: C

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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When food is eaten _____ is released by stomach cells leading ultimately to an increase in drinking

a. leptin b. histamine c. obestatin d. sodium

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The term "unconditional positive regard" is associated with _______

a. Fritz Perls b. Sigmund Freud c. Carl Rogers d. B. F. Skinner

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When children of low-SES families are hospitalized for mental problems, all of the following are true of their subsequent care EXCEPT:

A) they are assigned to less skilled staff members. B) they are less often accepted for psychotherapy. C) they are less likely to receive adequate treatment. D) they are treated with more intensive techniques.

Psychology