An Inhibited Temperament Has Been Associated with All of the Following

question 88

Multiple Choice

An inhibited temperament has been associated with all of the following EXCEPT:

• A)low thyroxine level.
• B)stable heart rate.
• C)high level of the hormone cortisol.
• D)high activity in the right frontal lobe of the brain.

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Definitions:

Pituitary

A small, crucial gland located at the base of the brain responsible for regulating important functions by releasing hormones into the bloodstream.

Circadian Rhythms

Natural, internal processes that regulate the sleep-wake cycle and repeat roughly every 24 hours.

Adrenal Glands

Small glands located atop the kidneys that produce a variety of hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, which are involved in stress response.

Precocious Puberty

The early onset of puberty, occurring significantly before the typical age range for pubertal development.