The Study of How Psychological,neural,and Endocrine Processes Combine to Affect

question 65

Multiple Choice

The study of how psychological,neural,and endocrine processes combine to affect our immune system and health is called

• A) evolutionary psychology.
• B) health psychology.
• C) cognitive psychology.
• D) psychoneuroimmunology.

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Definitions:

Genetic Mutation

A change in the DNA sequence that can lead to alterations in gene function or expression, potentially causing variations in physical traits or health conditions.

Astroglia

A type of glial cell in the brain and spinal cord that provides support and nutrition, maintains the extracellular ion balance, and participates in repair and scarring processes after injury.

Brain Tumors

Abnormal growths of cells in the brain which can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous), affecting various functions depending on their location.

Chromosomes

Structures within cells that consist of DNA and protein, containing genes which are units of heredity and determine characteristics of an organism.