Which of the Following CNS Degenerative Disorders Has the CT

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following CNS degenerative disorders has the CT pathologic hallmark of atrophy of the caudate nucleus and putamen,causing focal dilatation of the frontal horns?

• A) Huntington's disease.
• B) Parkinson's disease.
• C) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig).
• D) Alzheimer's.

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Definitions:

Observational Learning

The process of acquiring skills, knowledge, or behavior by observing and modeling others.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavior therapy technique used to reduce phobia or anxiety through controlled exposure to the fear stimulus, paired with relaxation techniques.

Exposure Therapy

A psychological treatment designed to help individuals confront their fears by gradual and repeated exposure to the feared object or context without any danger.

Cingulotomy

A neurosurgical procedure that targets the cingulate gyrus to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder and other severe psychiatric conditions.