Mass Movements of the Large Intestine Trigger the ________ Reflex

question 30

Short Answer

Mass movements of the large intestine trigger the ________ reflex, which allows anal sphincters to relax and feces to move through the anus in the process of elimination.

Understand the specific functions of different parts of the brain and the central nervous system.

Grasp the basics of instinctive behavior and its characteristics.

Comprehend how hormones influence emotion and behavior, and differentiate between hormones and neurotransmitters.

Recognize the role of DNA and genes in transmitting hereditary information and their impact on organism attributes.

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Definitions:

Phobic Disorder

A type of anxiety disorder characterized by an excessive and irrational fear of an object, situation, or activity.

Somatoform Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by physical symptoms that are not fully explained by a general medical condition, substance use, or another mental disorder.

Neurotic Depression

A mental health condition featuring symptoms of depression that are usually less severe than major depressive disorder but include high levels of anxiety.

Conversion Reaction

A psychological response where emotional stress or conflict is converted into physical symptoms.