Researchers Have Found That Children with a Specific Mutation Involving

question 14

Multiple Choice

Researchers have found that children with a specific mutation involving the dopamine system (the DAT1 genotype) were more likely to exhibit the symptoms of ADHD if they were exposed to which of the following during pregnancy?

• A)cigarette smoke
• B)influenza
• C)amphetamines
• D)sugar

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Definitions:

Thorndike

An American psychologist known for his work in educational psychology and the theory of learning based on the principle of reinforcement.

Taste Aversions

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Instrumental Conditioning

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