Mice That Were Genetically Enhanced to Produce Stronger LTP in the Hippocampus

question 38

Multiple Choice

Mice that were genetically enhanced to produce stronger LTP in the hippocampus showed

• A) no gains in learning and memory.
• B) superior spatial learning,but reduced performance in classically conditioned fear situations.
• C) superior learning in classically conditioned fear situations and recognizing novel stimuli,but showed impaired spatial learning.
• D) superior learning and memory performance across many diverse tasks.

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Definitions:

Dissociative Amnesia

A psychological condition where a person cannot remember important personal information, usually resulting from trauma or stress.

Dissociative Fugue

A psychiatric disorder characterized by reversible amnesia for personal identity, including the memories, personality, and other identifying characteristics of individuality.

Excessive Stress

An overwhelming level of stress that surpasses an individual's ability to cope, potentially leading to adverse psychological or physical health effects.

Trauma

A deeply distressing or disturbing experience that can have long-lasting psychological effects.