Regarding Meditation, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 187

Multiple Choice

Regarding meditation, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)PET and fMRI scans reveal changes in the activity of the frontal lobes of the brain during meditation.
• B)Concentrative meditation is more difficult to attain than mindfulness meditation.
• C)Concentrative meditation often utilizes a mantra.
• D)People who use meditation to reduce stress often report less daily physical tension and anxiety.

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Definitions:

Catharsis

The process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions through articulation or activity.

Consciousness Raising

The process of increasing awareness about social, political, or personal issues or inequities, often with the goal of inducing change.

Information Reprocessing

A cognitive approach aimed at helping individuals reframe and understand information in a way that leads to emotional and psychological healing.

Traumatic Memories

Memories of events that are emotionally disturbing or distressing, which can negatively impact an individual's mental health.