Transient Global Amnesia Is Most Common in Which Age Group

question 83

Multiple Choice

Transient global amnesia is most common in which age group?

• A)young children
• B)adults around the ages of 50 to 60
• C)the oldest old, typically people in their 90's
• D)young adults, as it is associated with alcoholism

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Definitions:

Avoidance Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that individuals may engage in certain behaviors to avoid experiencing discomfort or distressing thoughts and feelings.

Bodily Arousal

The physiological response of the body to stimuli, often leading to an increase in heart rate, blood pressure, and energy level as part of the fight or flight response.

Irrational Assumptions

Erroneous beliefs that lack evidence or rationality, often leading to maladaptive emotions and behaviors.

Existential Anxiety

According to existential theorists, a universal fear of the limits and responsibilities of one’s existence.