Jane Is Unable to Remember Anything from a History Course

question 50

Multiple Choice

Jane is unable to remember anything from a history course she completed 2 semesters ago, and she feels that this is due to the trauma she experienced during each class meeting because the professor reminded Jane of her abusive ex-husband. Jane's memory loss could be best characterized as:

• A) retrograde amnesia
• B) anterograde amnesia
• C) limited amnesia
• D) dissociative disorder

Recognize the physical and cognitive changes that occur with aging, including changes in the visual field, brain tissue loss, and maximum muscle strength.

Distinguish between fluid and crystallized intelligence and their changes over the lifespan.

Understand the functionality and importance of the myelin sheath on axons.

Comprehend the influence of peer and parental relationships during adolescence.

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