Which of the Following Statements Concerning Areas of the Brain

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning areas of the brain is accurate?

• A)The cerebellum is the center for speech and emotions.
• B)The hypothalamus controls temperature and regulates sleep.
• C)The basal ganglia are responsible for controlling voluntary movements.
• D)Motor pathways of the spinal cord and brain stem synapse in the thalamus.

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Definitions:

DBT

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy aimed at teaching people how to live in the moment, cope healthily with stress, regulate emotions, and improve relationships with others.

Marsha Linehan

A psychologist who developed Dialectical Behavior Therapy, particularly for treating borderline personality disorder.

Target Priorities

The identification and ranking of objectives or tasks based on their importance or urgency.

Psychopathology

The study of mental disorders, including their symptoms, etiology (causes), and treatment, focusing on the maladaptive behaviors and thoughts that characterize mental illness.