Descartes Hypothesized That the State of __________ Occurs When the Brain

question 71

Multiple Choice

Descartes hypothesized that the state of __________ occurs when the brain is relatively emptied of animal spirits,so that its nerve fibers are slack and only infrequently capable of transmitting stimulation.

• A) depression
• B) passion
• C) reflection and memory
• D) sleep and dreaming

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Definitions:

Quantitative Changes

Modifications that can be measured and expressed in numerical terms, often used in reference to growth, development, or alterations in entities.

Growth

The process of increasing in physical size, or the development and progress in personal abilities, knowledge, and skills.

Development

The process of growth or progression through a series of changes, often leading to an improved or more complex form.

Psychological Evaluation

An assessment conducted by a mental health professional to diagnose possible mental health disorders and assess an individual's emotional, cognitive, and psychological well-being.