Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT)scans,positron Emission Tomography (PET)scans,and Magnetic Resonance Imaging

question 190

Multiple Choice

Computerized axial tomography (CAT) scans,positron emission tomography (PET) scans,and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are all examples of which method of measuring brain-behaviour relations?

• A) electrical recording
• B) destruction and stimulation techniques
• C) brain imaging
• D) neuropsychological tests

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Definitions:

Amphetamines

Drugs that stimulate neural activity, causing speeded-up body functions and associated energy and mood changes.

Barbiturates

Drugs that depress the activity of the central nervous system, reducing anxiety but impairing memory and judgment.

Depressant

A substance that reduces arousal or stimulation, affecting the central nervous system.

Stimulant

A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.