Children from the Lowest Socioeconomic Classes Are More Likely to Be

question 34

True/False

Children from the lowest socioeconomic classes are more likely to be diagnosed with more severe cases of intellectual disability.

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Definitions:

Opiate Receptors

Specialized proteins located in the brain, spinal cord, and gastrointestinal tract that interact with opiate drugs and endogenous opioids to reduce pain and induce feelings of pleasure.

Activating Serotonin

The process of stimulating the release or action of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that contributes to feelings of well-being and happiness.

Binding

The process of physically or chemically linking two or more entities together, often used in biochemical contexts.

Stimulant

A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body, typically improving alertness and energy.