How Has the Primacy of Males as the Norms Influenced

question 7

Short Answer

How has the primacy of males as the norms influenced medical testing for drugs and animal-model research?

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Definitions:

Humanistic

Relates to an approach in psychology that emphasizes the study of the whole person and the uniqueness of each individual.

Arousal

A state of physiological and psychological activation or alertness, which can be triggered by stimuli that are perceived as exciting or challenging.

Parasympathetic

Refers to the part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for relaxation, conservation of energy, and slowing down bodily functions.

Sympathetic

Pertaining to the sympathetic nervous system, part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for activating the body's fight-or-flight response.