Random Uncontrolled Contractions of Different Muscle Groups as a Result

question 10

Multiple Choice

Random uncontrolled contractions of different muscle groups as a result of damage to the basal nuclei is a symptom of upper motor neuron damage called

• A)intention tremor.
• B)Babinski's reflex.
• C)chorea.
• D)resting tremor.

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Definitions:

VNS

Vagus Nerve Stimulation, a treatment involving electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve, typically used for conditions like epilepsy or certain types of depression.

Depression

An ongoing mental illness signified by a prevailing sorrowful mood or indifference to activities, causing substantial disruption in day-to-day living.

Seasonal Affective Disorder

A type of depression that's related to changes in seasons, typically starting in the late fall and early winter and going away during the spring and summer.

Implicated Hormone

A hormone suspected or proven to play a role in the physiological or behavioral processes being studied.