According to Gate-Control Theory Psychological Factors Can Affect the Experience

question 284

Multiple Choice

According to gate-control theory psychological factors can affect the experience of pain because:

• A)the thalamus is very responsive to suggestion.
• B)the brain has the power to selectively block the responsiveness of particular free nerve endings.
• C)the brain sends signals down the spinal cord to either open or close the pain gates.
• D)stress blocks the release of endorphins.

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