A Focus on Neuroscience Section in the Text Described a Research

question 108

Multiple Choice

A Focus on Neuroscience section in the text described a research study involving participants who learned how to juggle. What was the main conclusion of the research?

• A)that learning and practicing a new skill had distinct physical effects on specific brain structures
• B)that jugglers, as compared to nonjugglers, were more likely to show evidence of neurogenesis in the corpus callosum
• C)that learning how to juggle helped the participants become more creative by enhancing their right-brain abilities
• D)that jugglers, as compared to nonjugglers, had higher levels of endorphins

Identify false assumptions and statements about OD, distinguishing between its actual focus and common misconceptions.

Appreciate the role of change agents in OD, recognizing their values of humanism and democracy.

Understand the importance of organizational self-examination and readiness for change fostered by OD interventions.

Recognize the importance of and strategies for overcoming resistance to change.

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Definitions:

Myelin Sheath

A fatty layer that encases the axons of many neurons, speeding up the transmission of nerve impulses.

Multiple Sclerosis

A chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, leading to various neurological symptoms.

Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers in the brain and body that transmit signals between neurons or from neurons to muscles.

Sodium Ions

Positively charged particles (Na+) that play critical roles in the body, including regulating blood pressure, muscle function, and fluid balance.