Which Specialization Is Considered an Applied Branch of Psychology

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which specialization is considered an applied branch of psychology?

• A) cognitive
• B) developmental
• C) experimental
• D) forensic

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that controls an immense number of bodily functions, including regulation of hunger, thirst, temperature, and emotional activity.

Sexual Behavior

Sexual behavior encompasses the wide range of activities related to physical attraction, intimacy, and sexual expression between individuals.

Temperature Control

The process by which organisms maintain their internal body temperature within certain limits, regardless of environmental conditions.

Thalamus

A critical brain structure that acts as a relay station, directing sensory signals to the appropriate areas of the brain for processing.