When a Mild-Mannered Woman Had an Electrode Implanted in Her

question 284

Multiple Choice

When a mild-mannered woman had an electrode implanted in her amygdala,she

• A)developed more aggressive tendencies.
• B)acted just as she had before the implantation.
• C)became even milder,unable even to say "no" to anyone's request for help.
• D)lost her ability to remember events that had recently occurred.

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Definitions:

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision independently, often emphasized as an important aspect of personal development and psychological health.

Approach Motivation

The drive towards a positive stimulus or outcome, motivated by the desire for a reward or fulfilling experience.

Avoidance Motivation

A behavioral response aimed at evading unpleasant outcomes, tasks, or situations.

Implicit Motives

Unconscious drives and desires that influence behavior and decision-making, often distinct from consciously stated goals or values.