(See Figure 9.18a) -When Levels of _____ Are Low, Cells in the Arcuate

question 129

Short Answer

(see Figure 9.18a)

-When levels of _____ are low, cells in the arcuate nucleus release _______ and AgRP to communicate with the _______ (#2) and the PVN (#1).

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Definitions:

Meta-Analysis

A statistical technique that combines the results of multiple scientific studies to arrive at a comprehensive understanding of the results across different studies.

ACT

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; a type of psychotherapy that encourages individuals to embrace their thoughts and feelings rather than fighting or feeling guilty for them.

Effect Size

A quantitative measure of the strength of a phenomenon or the magnitude of the difference between groups in a statistical research study, indicating the practical significance of the results.

Experiential Avoidance

A psychological phenomenon where individuals attempt to avoid thoughts, feelings, memories, and physical sensations that are internally distressing.