Which Theory of Aging Would Be Most Useful at Explaining

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which theory of aging would be most useful at explaining why muscle tissue and some arteries get stiffer over time, leading to potentially severe consequences?​

• A) ​free radical theory
• B) cross-linking theory​
• C) ​programmed theory
• D) ​wear-and-tear theory

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Definitions:

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

A medical treatment most commonly used for patients with severe major depression or bipolar disorder that have not responded to other treatments, involving electrical stimulation of the brain under anesthesia.

Antidepressant Drugs

Medications specifically designed to alleviate symptoms of depression by correcting chemical imbalances of neurotransmitters in the brain.

Imipramine

A tricyclic antidepressant used in the treatment of major depression and enuresis (bedwetting).

Monoamine Oxidase

An enzyme that breaks down monoamines, including various neurotransmitters, affecting mood and emotional states.