DrAlvarez Studies How the Degeneration of Certain Components of Nerve

question 121

Multiple Choice

Dr.Alvarez studies how the degeneration of certain components of nerve cells in the brain might contribute to the development of multiple sclerosis.Dr.Alvarez's work BEST exemplifies the _____ subfield of psychology.

• A)cognitive
• B)experimental
• C)developmental
• D)behavioral neuroscience

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Definitions:

Identification

In Freudian theory, the process by which a young child adopts characteristics, beliefs, attitudes, values, and behaviors of the parent of the same sex.

Gender Awareness

Recognition and understanding of the differences in gender and the social roles associated with gender.

Penis Envy

A controversial concept in Freudian psychoanalytic theory that suggests the female child experiences anxiety upon realizing she does not have a penis.

Gender Through Identification

A psychological process wherein an individual identifies with the gender roles and characteristics deemed appropriate in their culture, often influenced by parents and societal expectations.