After a trauma to the head, Tim began making poor decisions on a regular basis and had trouble planning ahead. In what area of the cerebral cortex do you suspect damage occurred?

A) the parietal lobe
B) the occipital lobe
C) the frontal lobe
D) the temporal lobe


C) the frontal lobe

Psychology

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A typical episode of major depression lasts __________, with very severe cases lasting as long as several years.

A. three months B. six months C. nine months D. one year

Psychology

Our awareness of various mental processes such as making decisions, daydreaming, reflecting, and concentrating is called __________

a. intelligence b. consciousness c. self-awareness d. creativity

Psychology

Heroin addiction has been treated with __________.

A. morphine B. LSD C. methadone D. amphetamines

Psychology