The _______________ Is a Structure in the Brain Stem That

question 29

Multiple Choice

The _______________ is a structure in the brain stem that is involved in activities like sleeping, waking, and dreaming.

• A) medulla
• B) pons
• C) thalamus
• D) cerebellum

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Definitions:

Primary Gain

The internal psychological benefits derived from the symptoms of an illness, often serving to relieve anxiety or conflict.

Secondary Gain

In psychodynamic theory, the gain people achieve when their somatic symptoms elicit kindness from others or provide an excuse for avoiding unpleasant activities.

Hysterical Somatoform Disorders

Psychological disorders characterized by physical symptoms that have no identifiable physical cause, often arising from emotional or psychological stress.

Self-instruction Training

A cognitive behavioral technique where one teaches themselves to direct attention, control behavior, and improve task performance through verbal cues.