Individuals Who Have Been Abused Typically Have Few Defense Mechanisms

question 24

True/False

Individuals who have been abused typically have few defense mechanisms for coping with anxiety and stress._________________________

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Definitions:

Excitation

A process that increases the likelihood or strength of a response in neural or physiological systems.

Dark Adaptation

The process by which the eyes increase their sensitivity to low levels of light.

Rods

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that function in low light conditions and are responsible for night vision.

Cones

Cells in the eye's retina called photoreceptors are accountable for perceiving color and operate optimally in well-lit conditions.