The Area of the Brain That Is Likely Involved in Making

question 25

Multiple Choice

The area of the brain that is likely involved in making decisions is the:

• A)dorsolateral prefrontal cortex
• B)pars triangularis
• C)prefrontal cortex
• D)orbitofrontal cortex
• E)hippocampus

Understand the psychological and physical aspects of drug addiction.

Acknowledge the sociological theories explaining drug use and addiction.

Identify social factors and personal circumstances that promote or discourage drug use.

Understand the reasons behind unsafe needle use among IV drug users and its relation to HIV/AIDS risk.

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Definitions:

Emerging Adults

Individuals in a developmental phase ranging from late teens to mid-twenties, navigating transitions between adolescence and full adulthood.

Social Integration

The process during which newcomers or minorities are incorporated into the social structure of the host society.

Social Support

The perception and reality of being cared for, valued, and part of a supportive social network.

Emotional Intelligence

The ability to recognize, understand, and manage one's own emotions and the emotions of others.