When the Brain Is Sorting Out and Attending Only to the Most

question 113

Multiple Choice

When the brain is sorting out and attending only to the most important messages from the senses, it is engaged in the process of _____.

• A)sensory adaptation
• B)sensory habituation
• C)selective attention
• D)selective sorting

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Definitions:

Personality Development

The pattern of change in personality traits and behaviors over the lifespan, shaped by genetic, environmental, and experiential factors.

Social Factors

Elements within society, such as family, education, and cultural norms, that influence an individual's behavior and viewpoints.

Environmental Factors

Components external to the individual that can influence their behavior, development, and well-being, including physical, social, and cultural aspects.

Personality Development

The change and growth of an individual's personality traits over time, influenced by genetic, environmental, and social factors.