Compared to Convicted Offenders Who Do Not Reoffend, Those Who

question 41

Multiple Choice

 Compared to convicted offenders who do not reoffend, those who DO reoffend show

• A) greater activity in the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC).
• B) reduced activity in the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC).
• C) greater activity in the superior temporal lobe.
• D) reduced activity in the amygdala.

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Definitions:

Sphygmomanometer

A medical device used to measure blood pressure, consisting of an inflatable cuff to restrict blood flow and a manometer to measure the pressure.

Systolic Pressure

The pressure in the arteries when the heart beats and fills them with blood; the higher number in a blood pressure reading.

Cuff

A band or folded part of a garment at the end of a sleeve or pant leg, which can also refer to devices used in medical settings to measure blood pressure.

Blood Pressure Reading

The measurement of the pressure of circulating blood against the walls of blood vessels, vital for assessing cardiovascular health.