Evidence That Abnormal Brain Structures May Be Involved in the Development

question 207

Multiple Choice

Evidence that abnormal brain structures may be involved in the development of schizophrenia comes from studies showing that people with schizophrenia have:

• A)smaller than normal fluid-filled cavities called ventricles.
• B)a loss of gray matter tissue and lower overall volume of the brain.
• C)damage to brain areas involved in the fight-or-flight response and the frontal lobes.
• D)damage to the caudate nucleus, which is involved in regulating movement.

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Definitions:

Aggressive Behavior

Actions intended to cause harm or pain to others, ranging from verbal abuse to physical violence.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overestimate the role of personal traits and underestimate the influence of situational factors when explaining other people's behavior.

Situational Causes

Factors external to an individual that can influence behavior and outcomes in specific contexts.

Internal Explanations

Attributions that relate the causes of behavior to personal aspects such as traits, mood, abilities, or feelings.