An Elementary-Age Child Who Seems to Waste Time in Class

question 55

Multiple Choice

An elementary-age child who seems to waste time in class rather than working to complete assignments should be

• A) ignored and allowed to suffer the consequences.
• B) provided with a tutor so that the child can catch up.
• C) admonished in front of the class for not keeping up with the assignments.
• D) praised or given a small reward whenever he or she does complete an assignment.

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Definitions:

Monoamine

A category of neurotransmitter that includes serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, which play key roles in regulating mood, arousal, and cognition.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter important for brain and muscle function, involved in arousal, attention, memory, and motivation.

Serotonin Antagonist

A type of drug that blocks serotonin receptors, affecting mood, appetite, and other functions.

Inhibitory Postsynaptic Potentials

Hyperpolarization of a neuron's membrane potential, making it less likely to fire an action potential.