A Rat with Hippocampal Damage Has Difficulty with the Morris

question 58

Multiple Choice

 A rat with hippocampal damage has difficulty with the Morris water maze because it ____.

• A) loses its motivation to find the platform
• B) cannot remember how to swim
• C) has difficulty remembering where the platform is from trial to trial
• D) develops a water phobia

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Definitions:

Withdrawal Coping

A stress management strategy involving retreating from problems or avoiding dealing with stressful situations.

Stoicism

An ancient Hellenistic philosophy that teaches the development of self-control and fortitude as a means of overcoming destructive emotions and achieving personal contentment.

Avoidance

A defense mechanism or behavior aimed at evading unpleasant thoughts, feelings, or situations.

Aggression

A range of behaviors that can result in both physical and psychological harm to oneself, others, or objects in the environment.