What Term Refers to the Devaluing of a Group Because

question 41

Multiple Choice

What term refers to the devaluing of a group because of its assumed behavior, values, abilities, or attributes?

• A)Discrimination
• B)Apartheid
• C)Assimilation
• D)Diaspora
• E)Prejudice

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Definitions:

HPA Axis

The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, a complex set of direct influences and feedback interactions among the hypothalamus, the pituitary gland, and the adrenal glands, regulating stress response, mood, digestion, and energy usage.

Serotonergic System

Refers to the part of the nervous system that uses serotonin as a neurotransmitter, playing a key role in regulating mood, anxiety, and other functions.

Dopaminergic System

Refers to the neurotransmitter system in the brain that uses dopamine to transmit signals, playing a key role in reward, motivation, and motor control.

Basal Ganglia

A group of structures in the brain involved in coordinating movement and influencing various aspects of behavior.