Learning, Memory, and the Ability to Adapt to Changing Circumstances

question 18

Multiple Choice

Learning, memory, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances are most likely due to the fact that new brain cells form each day through

• A)neural resiliency.
• B)neurogenesis.
• C)neural induction.
• D)depolarization.

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Definitions:

Temporal Lobe

A region of the cerebrum that lies beneath the temples, responsible for processing auditory information and is involved in memory formation and speech.

Head Injury

Any trauma to the head, which may involve the scalp, skull, brain, or underlying tissue, ranging from mild to severe.

Motor Vehicle Accident

An event involving a collision between one or more vehicles, potentially leading to property damage, injury, or death.

Hearing Loss

A reduction in the ability to perceive sounds compared to what is considered normal, which can range from mild to profound impairment.