Research Using Brain Imaging, Such as PET and FMRI, Has

question 185

Multiple Choice

Research using brain imaging, such as PET and fMRI, has revealed that:

• A) the limbic system controls negative emotions only.
• B) the limbic system controls positive emotions only.
• C) different emotions activate unique areas of the brain, so these scans indicate what emotion the person is experiencing.
• D) different emotions activate some of the same areas of the brain, so these scans cannot indicate what emotion the person is experiencing.

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Definitions:

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual unconsciously replaces unacceptable inner feelings with their opposite.

Overconfident

Overconfident describes an overestimation of one's abilities, knowledge, or success likelihood, which can impair judgment and decision-making.

Unconscious Insecurity

A feeling of lack of confidence or certainty that is not readily apparent or directly accessible to the conscious mind.

Sexual Tensions

The psychological and emotional energy generated by the attraction between individuals who have not expressed or acted on their desires.