The Dysfunction of ______________ May Be Related to the Development

question 256

Multiple Choice

The dysfunction of ______________ may be related to the development of disorders involving theory of the mind as well as autism.

• A)attachment
• B)mirror neurons
• C)cerebral cortex
• D)cerebellum

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Definitions:

Corticotrophin-releasing Hormone

A hormone produced in the hypothalamus that stimulates the release of ACTH from the pituitary gland, playing a key role in the stress response.

Hypothalamus

Diencephalon structure that contains many nuclei associated with temperature regulation, eating, drinking, and sexual behavior.

Neurotransmitter Systems

Systems in the brain that use neurotransmitters to communicate between neurons, influencing various functions such as mood, sleep, and heart rate.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in reward, motivation, and motor control in the brain.