Which Part of the Vertebral Column Receives the Most Stress

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which part of the vertebral column receives the most stress by bearing most of the weight of the body?

• A) the cervical region
• B) the lumbar region
• C) the sacrum
• D) the sacral promontory

Explain the concept of dishabituation and its relation to previous stimuli exposure.

Understand how frequent stimuli presentations and stimulus intensity affect habituation and sensitization.

Grasp the concept of the A state and B state in the context of opponent process theory.

Analyze the impact of contextual changes on habituation and sensitization processes.

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Definitions:

Functionalism

A psychological perspective that considers mental life and behavior in terms of active adaptation to the person's environment.

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A state of being aware of and able to think about one's environment and oneself.

Functionalism

A psychological theory that views mental processes and actions as forms of active adaptation to an individual's surroundings.

Humanism

A philosophical and ethical stance that emphasizes the value and agency of human beings, individually and collectively.