The Swellings or Knobs at the End of the Axon

question 33

Multiple Choice

The swellings or knobs at the end of the axon are called ________.

• A) presynaptic terminals
• B) synaptic vesicles
• C) synapses
• D) receptor sites

Identify and describe the role of physiological processes in emotions.

Explain the concept of self-determination theory, including its basic needs.

Describe the effects of facial expressions and physical states on emotional experiences.

Understand the concept of arousal and its impact on task performance.

---

Definitions:

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral technique used to help individuals overcome phobias and anxiety disorders through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation paired with relaxation exercises.

Realism

A philosophy that emphasizes the representation of the world in a truthful, objective manner, without idealization.

Continuum

A continuous sequence, range, or whole extent of items, elements, values, or conditions, where no part is fundamentally different from adjacent parts, although the extremes are quite distinct.

Reciprocal Inhibition

A psychological principle where the induction of a response incompatible with anxiety automatically leads to the reduction of anxiety.