The Technique That Measures the Amount of Harmless Radioactive Glucose

question 496

Multiple Choice

The technique that measures the amount of harmless radioactive glucose used by the brain is called a(n)

• A)functional magnetic resonance imagining (fMRI)
• B)electroencephalogram (EEG)
• C)computerized axial tomography (CT) scan
• D)positron emission tomography (PET) scan

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Definitions:

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy aimed at teaching individuals how to live in the moment, cope with stress healthily, regulate emotions, and improve relationships with others.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce phobic responses or anxiety through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation combined with relaxation exercises.

Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy

A method in psychotherapy that uses virtual reality technology to expose patients to stimuli related to their psychological issues.

Progressive Relaxation

A technique involving the tightening and then relaxing of different muscle groups to reduce physical tension and stress.