With Respect to Its Effects on the Nervous System, Research

question 39

Multiple Choice

With respect to its effects on the nervous system, research suggests that meditation:

• A)reduces sympathetic nervous system activity
• B)increases sympathetic nervous system activity
• C)reduces parasympathetic nervous system activity
• D)increases parasympathetic nervous system activity

Understand the concepts of deficiency and growth needs and their implications for psychological health and maladjustment.

Understand Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and its significance in motivational psychology.

Recognize the concept of self-actualization and identify its components.

Differentiate between basic and growth needs within Maslow's theory.

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