Impaired Facial Recognition, Impaired Motion Perception, and Impaired Interpretation of Emotional

question 178

Multiple Choice

Impaired facial recognition, impaired motion perception, and impaired interpretation of emotional information can all be caused by

• A) specific kinds of brain damage.
• B) particular kinds of genetic mutations.
• C) chemical imbalances in the brain.
• D) side-effects of certain drugs.

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Definitions:

Rooting

The turning of an infant’s head toward a touch, such as by the mother’s nipple.

Stimuli

External or internal factors that provoke a response in the nervous system or other bodily systems.

Cognitive Powers

The capacity of the brain to perform mental activities, including reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making.

Early Adulthood

A life stage roughly spanning the ages of 20 to 40, characterized by physical maturity, increased independence, and the establishment of personal and professional relationships.