Recent Research and Increased Understanding About the Role of Neurotransmitters

question 99

Multiple Choice

Recent research and increased understanding about the role of neurotransmitters in psychopathology point out that

• A) each psychological disorder is caused by a deficit in a specific neurotransmitter.
• B) chemical imbalances of the brain are the cause of psychopathology.
• C) simple cause/effect conclusions stating that an individual neurotransmitter abnormality causes a disorder are incomplete.
• D) neurotransmitters have very little to do with psychopathology for most individuals but may be the single cause of disorders for others.

Understand the factors contributing to hearing loss in older adults.

Know the various senses related to the perception of the external environment and body position.

Comprehend the gate-control theory and its relevance to pain perception.

Explain the role of endorphins in pain management and emotional experiences.

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Definitions:

Preverbal Infants

Infants who are at the stage of development before they acquire the ability to use words or language.

Child-directed Speech

A modified way of speaking often used by adults when talking to infants and young children, characterized by higher pitch, slower tempo, and exaggerated intonation, intended to aid language acquisition.

Infant Amnesia

The phenomenon where most people are unable to recall personal experiences from their early childhood years.