Della Sala's Research Group in Edinburgh Observed That Information Retention

question 13

Multiple Choice

Della Sala's research group in Edinburgh observed that information retention by amnesic patients was greatly improved if the learning was immediately followed by which of the following?

• A)Heightened sensory stimulation
• B)Removal of the patient to a quiet, dim room
• C)Standard cognitive tasks related to assessment
• D)Deep-brain stimulation
• E)Crossword puzzle solving

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Definitions:

Categorizing

The process of sorting or arranging objects, ideas, or information into groups based on shared characteristics.

Psychophysiological Measure

Methods used to study the relationship between physiological processes and psychological states through the measurement of physical responses, such as heart rate or brain activity.

Neuroimaging Techniques

Various methods used to visualize the structure and function of the brain and nervous system, such as MRI and PET scans.

Electroencephalograph

An instrument used to record the electrical activity of the brain, typically over a period, to diagnose conditions or monitor brain activity.