Attention Is Not Necessary for the Retention of Information in Long-Term

question 28

True/False

Attention is not necessary for the retention of information in long-term memory.

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Definitions:

Serotonin Synapses

Junctions between neurons where serotonin, a neurotransmitter involved in regulating mood, is transmitted from one neuron to another.

Prozac

A brand name for fluoxetine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression and other mood disorders.

Paxil

A medication prescribed primarily to treat depression, anxiety disorders, and other mental health conditions, known generically as paroxetine.

Zoloft

A medication commonly prescribed to treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions; it belongs to the SSRI class.