The Way in Which We Conceptualize Our Worlds, Our Beliefs

question 98

Multiple Choice

The way in which we conceptualize our worlds, our beliefs, and our expectations are built around cognitive structures called

• A)schemas.
• B)images.
• C)icons.
• D)chunks.

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Definitions:

Pain Sensations

The uncomfortable feeling that arises when specialized nerve endings are stimulated in a way that is interpreted as harmful or potentially damaging to the body.

Somatic Pain

A type of pain that originates from the skin, muscles, bones, or connective tissues.

Gate-Control Theory

A theory that suggests the presence of a neurological "gate" in the spinal cord that controls the transmission of pain signals to the brain.

Pain Signals

Biological signals that indicate distress or damage to the body, prompting a reaction to alleviate or remove the source of discomfort.