Which Statement Is True

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true?

• A) Breathing rate and depth are completely under voluntary control.
• B) A person can commit suicide by holding his or her breath.
• C) The contraction of the diaphragm and muscle of the rib cage are under the control of areas of the brain.
• D) There are chemoreceptors in the brain that monitor carbon dioxide content in the blood and control breathing.
• E) The contraction of the diaphragm and muscle of the rib cage are under the control of areas of the brain, and there are chemo-receptors in the brain that monitor carbon dioxide content in the blood and control breathing.

Define and understand the concept of specific phobia and differentiate it from regular fear.

Comprehend Seligman's biological preparedness theory and evaluate the evidence supporting it.

Analyze the DSM-5's categorization of Anxiety and Anxiety-Related Disorders and understand their different etiologies.

Evaluate the acceptance and effectiveness of Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing in treating anxiety-related disorders.

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Definitions:

Bipolar Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs.

Obsessive-compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by recurring, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that the individual feels compelled to perform.

Major Depressive Disorder

A disorder related to mental health, defined by a continuous experience of feeling down or a diminished pleasure in tasks, resulting in major interference with daily routines.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by persistent and excessive worry about a number of different things.