A "Split Brain" Patient Is Asked to Stare at a Spot

question 135

Multiple Choice

A "split brain" patient is asked to stare at a spot on a screen. When a picture of an object is shown to the left of the spot, the patient can ________.

• A) pick the object out of a group of hidden objects using her right hand, but cannot identify it verbally
• B) identify the object verbally and pick it out of a group of hidden objects using her right hand
• C) identify the object verbally and pick it out of a group of hidden objects using her left hand
• D) pick the object out of a group of hidden objects using her left hand, but cannot identify it verbally

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Definitions:

Ordeal Therapy

A controversial psychological treatment that utilizes stressful or unpleasant stimuli to provoke change or diminish an undesirable behavior.

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Structural Therapy

A form of family therapy that focuses on adjusting and strengthening the family system's structure to improve its members' mental health and relationships.

Communication Systems Therapy

A therapeutic approach that focuses on improving communication patterns and interaction processes within relationships or family systems.