Regarding Arousal and Stimulus Motives,which of the Following Statements Is

question 69

Multiple Choice

Regarding arousal and stimulus motives,which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) Your level of arousal is closely linked with your motivation.
• B) According to the arousal theory, we try to keep arousal at the highest level possible during the time we are awake.
• C) Stimulus motives are considered homeostatic.
• D) Because of stimulus motives, animals will work at tasks where no visible external reward is given.

Understand different theoretical approaches to the explanation and treatment of psychological disorders (e.g., sociocultural, psychological, biological).

Recognize the impact of sociocultural factors on the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders.

Describe the medical model in the context of psychological disorders.

Comprehend the criteria used to define and distinguish abnormal behavior.

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Definitions:

Hippocampus

A brain structure located below the cerebral cortex that is involved in memory.

Gray Matter

The darker tissue of the brain and spinal cord, consisting mainly of nerve cell bodies and branching dendrites, involved in muscle control and sensory perception.

Lithium

A chemical element used as a medication to treat and prevent episodes of mania in people with bipolar disorder.

Bipolar Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, including episodes of mania and depression.