A Neurolinguist Would Most Likely Study

question 8

Multiple Choice

A neurolinguist would most likely study

• A) the physical organization of the cerebral cortex, including fissures, grooves and the vessels that transport blood and nutrients throughout this system.
• B) how a lesion in Wernicke's area might affect language production.
• C) the effects of dopamine on depression.
• D) the effects of moving to a new school on children's self esteem.

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Definitions:

Disease Model

A theoretical framework that describes the complex interactions between biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors in causing or sustaining a disease.

Tension-reduction Model

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Genetic Component

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Hereditary Influence

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