Ecological Theory Offers a Way of Examining the Effects of Environment

question 15

Multiple Choice

Ecological theory offers a way of examining the effects of environment on social organization and therefore it becomes an approach to the general study of

• A) Well-being
• B) Homeostasis
• C) Social change
• D) Social work practice

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Definitions:

Excitatory Response

A reaction in neural tissue that increases the likelihood of a neuron firing an action potential, typically facilitated by neurotransmitters.

Voltage Shift

A change in the electrical potential difference between two points, which can affect the flow of electricity in a circuit.

Excitatory Effect

A response in which a neurotransmitter increases the likelihood that a neuron will fire an action potential.

Receiving Neuron

A neuron that receives signals from other neurons through its dendrites.