There Is a Case of a Woman Suffering from Memory

question 89

Multiple Choice

There is a case of a woman suffering from memory loss who could not consciously remember the fact that a researcher had pinpricked her hand the last time they met. Though her memory for events prior to the amnesia are normal, after the amnesia she has experienced difficulty creating new memories. Her memory loss is best considered to be an example of:

• A) anterograde amnesia.
• B) retrograde amnesia.
• C) retroactive interference.
• D) proactive interference.

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Definitions:

Regulation Of Loss

In life span developmental theory, a kind of adaptive functioning that involves reorganizing the way we behave by adjusting our expectations and accepting a lower level of functioning.

Mode Of Adaptation

The manner or method by which individuals adjust to changes in their environment or circumstances, which can include psychological, behavioral, and physiological strategies.

Mate Selection

The process by which individuals choose their partners based on a variety of factors including personal preferences, social influences, and biological factors.

Physical Attractiveness

The degree to which a person's physical traits are considered aesthetically pleasing or beautiful by others.