Etiology Refers to _

question 40

Multiple Choice

Etiology refers to _.

• A) the causes of illness
• B) the effects of stress
• C) healthy behaviour
• D) a special kind of disease state
• E) the prevalence of disease in a population

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Definitions:

Amphetamines

A class of stimulant drugs that affect the central nervous system, often used to treat conditions like ADHD or narcolepsy, but can also be abused.

Caffeine

A stimulant found in coffee, tea, and various foods and drinks, known for its ability to enhance alertness and focus.

Cognitive Theory

A psychological approach that emphasizes mental processes such as perception, memory, and problem-solving as central to understanding behavior.

Dreaming

The experience of envisioned images, sounds, or other sensations during sleep, often narrative in nature and typically occurring during REM sleep phases.