Brain Plasticity Is a Factor in ____________

question 42

Multiple Choice

Brain plasticity is a factor in ____________.

• A) tolerance
• B) withdrawal
• C) cravings
• D) all of these

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

This part of the brain, positioned under the thalamus, serves to regulate the autonomic nervous system and the actions of the pituitary, playing a significant role in the control of body temperature, the sensations of thirst and hunger, and the overall maintenance of the body’s equilibrium.

Amygdala

Involved in memory, decision-making, and emotional reactions, the amygdala is critical in how we assess and respond to environmental threats and rewards.

Medulla

The medulla is a section of the brainstem involved in autonomic functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure control.

Hunger-Dampening

The process or effect of reducing or suppressing the sensation of hunger.