When a Person's Limb Is Amputated, This Limb Still Exists

question 346

Multiple Choice

When a person's limb is amputated, this limb still exists as far as the brain is concerned because the brain creates a body image called the

• A)ideal self.
• B)neuromatrix.
• C)psychic avatar.
• D)superego.

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Definitions:

Cotisol

Assuming "Cortisol" was intended, it is a steroid hormone released in response to stress and low blood-glucose concentration, involved in various body functions, including metabolism and immune response.

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for mobilizing the body's response during stress, including increasing heart rate, and dilating airways.

Physiological Changes

Physiological changes are alterations in the body's normal biological functions, which can result from various factors including stress, exercise, or health conditions.

Activation

The process in psychology and physiology by which something is prepared or excited into action or increased activity, such as the activation of certain brain regions in response to stimuli.