Biological Theories of General Intelligence Propose That Persons with a Higher

question 133

Multiple Choice

Biological theories of general intelligence propose that persons with a higher level of general intelligence have a greater ability to:

• A) form neural connections.
• B) keep the levels of their various intelligences consistent by sharing information across the corpus callosum.
• C) utilize their neurotransmitters appropriately.
• D) realize when their fatigue is influencing their capacity to think.

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Definitions:

Schizophrenia

A chronic brain disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.

Sociocultural Therapist

A mental health professional who addresses psychological issues through the lens of social, cultural, and environmental factors influencing the individual.

Expressed Emotion

A measure of the family environment that is based on how family members speak about the individual with a mental disorder; high levels of criticism, hostility, and emotional overinvolvement are indicators.

Psychodynamic Therapist

A mental health professional specializing in treatments that explore unconscious dynamics, motivations, and conflicts.