Which of the Following Is More Likely to Be Found

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is more likely to be found in shy, inhibited children than in highly sociable, uninhibited children?

• A) a higher heart rate from the first few weeks of life
• B) lower levels of amygdala activity in response to novel stimuli
• C) lower levels of saliva concentration of cortisol
• D) a drop in blood pressure in response to novelty

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Definitions:

Mental Activity

Processes of the mind that include thinking, perceiving, remembering, reasoning, and any other form of cerebral operation.

Physical Activity

Any movement of the body that requires energy expenditure, contributing to improving or maintaining physical fitness.

Depressant

Depressant describes substances that reduce arousal and stimulation in the body, often prescribed to relieve anxiety, tension, and sleep disorders.

Mental Activity

Any cognitive operation or process by which an individual becomes aware of or perceives ideas, thoughts, and feelings.