The Need for Mutual Attachments Meant Survival for Our Ancestors

question 113

Multiple Choice

The need for mutual attachments meant survival for our ancestors. This need

• A) is at the core of our existence and thus is characteristic of people everywhere.
• B) is largely a 20^th century motive that is most evident in industrialized societies.
• C) is a learned motive serving our more fundamental need for self-esteem.
• D) conflicts with our more basic need to survive.

Appreciate the ethical considerations involved in using placebos in research and clinical practice.

Comprehend the role of experimental design, such as double-blind studies, in minimizing biases in research outcomes.

Grasp the physiological and psychological mechanisms underlying the placebo effect.

Recognize the impact of treatment appearance and administration form on placebo effectiveness.

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Definitions:

Blood Oxygen

A measure of the amount of oxygen carried by the hemoglobin in the blood, typically expressed as a percentage.

ECG Tracing

The graphical representation of the electrical activity of the heart over time, captured by electrodes and displayed by an electrocardiograph.

Shivering

An involuntary response where the body trembles to generate heat in response to cold.

Interference

The act or effect of obstructing or hindering, often used in the context of waves (such as light or sound) that overlap and create patterns of reinforcement or cancellation.