Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE Regarding Smell and Taste

question 138

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding smell and taste in the elderly?

• A)There are usually no signs of decline in these senses as we age.
• B)Smell significantly decreases,but taste remains about the same.
• C)Healthy elders have less decline than do less healthy elder adults.
• D)Our senses of smell and taste become more sensitive as we age.

Recognize the prevalence and comorbidity of dissociative disorders with other mental health conditions.

Explain the historical context and evolution of diagnostic categories within dissociative and somatic symptom disorders.

Understand the concept of iatrogenic conditions and their relevance to dissociative identity disorder.

Identify treatment options for dissociative disorders and associated comorbid conditions.

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

The educational process of repeatedly combining two stimuli; a reaction that initially occurs in response to the second stimulus eventually happens in response to the first stimulus alone.

Scientific Methodology

A systematic approach to research in which a problem is identified, relevant data are gathered, a hypothesis is formulated from these data, and the hypothesis is empirically tested.

Ivan Pavlov

A Russian physiologist known for his work in classical conditioning, particularly his experiments with dogs, leading to the concept of the Pavlovian response.

Learning Objectively

The process of acquiring knowledge or skills in a way that is not influenced by personal feelings, interpretations, or prejudice.