Research Found That Following _____,Participants Wanted to Distance Themselves from a Potential

question 29

Multiple Choice

Research found that following _____,participants wanted to distance themselves from a potential interaction partner who was believed to be breast-feeding in another room.

• A)mortality salience
• B)objectification prime
• C)a self-esteem threat
• D)gender stereotype activation

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Definitions:

Opiatelike Neurotransmitters

Substances in the brain that act on the same receptors as opiates, playing key roles in pain relief and pleasure.

Endorphins

Neurochemicals produced in the brain that act as natural painkillers and also boost feelings of pleasure or well-being.

ACh Agonists

Substances that mimic or enhance the action of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in muscle activation and several brain functions.

Adrenal Glands

Endocrine glands located above the kidneys that produce various hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, which help control blood sugar, burn protein and fat, react to stressors, and regulate blood pressure.