T'ai Chi Practice Has Been Recommended as A

question 1

Multiple Choice

T'ai chi practice has been recommended as a:

• A) way of lessening anxiety
• B) therapeutic intervention in balance disorders and fall prevention in the elderly
• C) to lower episodes of myocardial ischemia
• D) way to lower the incidents of Type A behavior patterns

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Definitions:

Depressant

A class of drugs that reduce the functioning of the nervous system and lead to decreased arousal or stimulation.

Stimulant

A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body, often leading to increased alertness or energy.

Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another, influencing mental processes and behavior.

GABA

Gamma-aminobutyric acid, a neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a key role in regulating nerve excitability and is involved in producing a calming effect.