The Hypothesis Is That One Result of Repeated Use of a Drug

question 24

Multiple Choice

The hypothesis is that one result of repeated use of a drug in interaction with environmental factors is changes in the brain neural pathways that may heighten the reward value of the drug.

• A)tolerance
• B)biological
• C)sensitization
• D)psychoactive

Understand the distinction between correlation and causation in psychological research.

Recognize the debate over the influence of parenting style on children's personality and behavior.

Identify different parenting styles and their typical psychological outcomes on children.

Comprehend the importance of considering various factors, such as biological versus adoptive relationships, in psychological research on parenting.

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Definitions:

Neural Activation

The process by which neurons in the brain are stimulated to communicate via electrical and chemical signals.

Memory Consolidation

The process by which short-term memories are stabilized and stored as long-term memories.

REM Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movement, during which dreaming often occurs.

Amygdala

A region of the brain involved in processing emotions, emotional behavior, and motivation, particularly those related to survival instincts like fear and pleasure.