Pecchia's Research Focuses on Emotions

question 230

Multiple Choice

Pecchia's research focuses on emotions. If she is like most experts in this area, she is likely to agree with which of the following statements?

• A)Although facial expressions of basic emotions seem to be innate, we are still able to control our facial expressions.
• B)The majority of emotions are a function of learning, and we cannot control our facial expressions once they are learned.
• C)Facial expressions of emotion are innate, and therefore we are unable to control our facial expressions.
• D)Women are much more capable than men of controlling their facial expressions of emotion.

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Definitions:

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for integrating sensory information and responding accordingly.

Depressant

A substance that reduces the functional or nervous activity, often used to describe drugs that inhibit the central nervous system, leading to sedation or relaxation.

Alcohol

A psychoactive substance commonly found in beverages like beer, wine, and spirits, known for its intoxicating effects.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing and transmitting information in the body.