Why Might Individuals Who Confabulate Do So

question 51

Multiple Choice

Why might individuals who confabulate do so?

• A)Their episodic memories are stored in the amygdala rather than the prefrontal cortex"
• B)Their ability to recall information is impaired by the misfiring of neurons"
• C)They have a hippocampus that is 5-10% smaller than a typical human"
• D)They have difficulty suppressing irrelevant information"

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Definitions:

Sports Metaphors

Phrases borrowed from the domain of sports to describe situations or actions in other areas of life, often used in business or personal achievements.

High-context Cultures

Societies or groups where communication relies heavily on implicit understanding, context, and nonverbal cues.

Verbal Promises

Commitments or assurances given orally, rather than in written form.

Direct Mode

A straightforward method of communication without any intermediaries or modifications.