When a Man in a Committed Relationship Meets a Desirable

question 28

True/False

When a man in a committed relationship meets a desirable new woman, he will likely respond by increasing his commitment to his existing partner.

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Definitions:

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a major role in reward-motivated behavior, movement, and cognition.

Brain Tumor

An abnormal growth of cells within the brain, which can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous), affecting various cognitive and physical functions.

Prefrontal Cortex

An area at the front of the brain involved in complex behaviors, decision making, and moderating social behavior.

Nucleus Accumbens

A brain structure in the limbic system that plays a significant role in the influence of reinforcement on behavior; the neurotransmitter dopamine is central to the reinforcing quality of events.