Suppose You Come Across an Experiment or Observational Study in Which

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Essay

Suppose you come across an experiment or observational study in which a random sample was not used.To what extent can (should) the results be extended to a larger population?

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Definitions:

Serotonin

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that has a key role in stabilizing mood, feelings of well-being, and happiness, as well as regulating sleep, digestion, and other bodily functions.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in many functions, including mood, sleep, learning, motivation, and reward.

Myelin Sheath

A fatty covering that surrounds and insulates nerve fibers, speeding up the transmission of nerve impulses.

Neural Impulses

Electrical impulses moving through neurons that convey data across the nervous system.