What Generally Happens in the Thalamus and the Hypothalamus of an Individual

question 119

Multiple Choice

What generally happens in the thalamus and the hypothalamus of an individual with Alzheimer's disease?

• A) Acetylcholine-secreting neurons shrink.
• B) Selected neurons shrink or die.
• C) Neurofibrillary tangles develop in living neurons.
• D) Amyloid deposits form among living neurons.

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Definitions:

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

A therapeutic procedure often applied to treat severe major depression, which includes short durations of electrical brain stimulation while the patient is anesthetized.

Psychosis

A mental health condition characterized by a disconnection from reality, which can include hallucinations, delusions, and disordered thinking.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy

A time-limited, focused approach to treat mood disorders, emphasizing current interpersonal relationships and their link to symptoms.