It Has Been Suggested That, in ADHD, the Basal Ganglia

question 64

Multiple Choice

It has been suggested that, in ADHD, the basal ganglia:

• A) send inappropriate signals to the prefrontal cortex.
• B) do not seem to communicate with the prefrontal cortex at all.
• C) suppress genes that normally regulate attention.
• D) do not send enough information to the cerebellum.

Comprehend the attributes of memory as proposed by Underwood and their impact on memory recall and forgetting.

Grasp the physiological and structural aspects of memory, including brain structures involved in coding specific memory attributes.

Understand the phenomenon of state-dependent learning and its practical implications.

Explain the process and effects of misinformation on memory recall.

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Definitions:

Trepanning

An ancient medical procedure that involves drilling a hole into the human skull for therapeutic or surgical purposes.

Intracranial Pressure

The pressure within the skull that influences the functioning of the brain, important in conditions like head injuries.

Oral Consumption

The process of taking substances, such as food or medicine, into the body through the mouth.

Lethargic

Characterized by laziness or a lack of energy and enthusiasm.