Behavioral Disorders NOT Related to Substance Abuse or Medical Conditions

question 18

Multiple Choice

Behavioral disorders NOT related to substance abuse or medical conditions are known as:

• A) sociocultural disorders.
• B) psychosocial disorders.
• C) nature behavior.
• D) nurture behavior.

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Definitions:

Paracrine Chemical Messengers

Substances released by cells that affect other nearby cells, allowing for local cell communication.

Placental LH-like Hormone

A hormone produced by the placenta that is structurally similar to luteinizing hormone (LH) and supports the corpus luteum, maintaining the production of progesterone during early pregnancy.

Trimester

A term describing a period of three months, often used to divide the nine months of pregnancy into three stages, each with its own developmental milestones.

Melatonin Secretion

The release of melatonin, a hormone regulated by the pineal gland, which influences sleep-wake cycles and circadian rhythms.