1-76A Recent In-Depth Study by Lewis and Colleagues of 12

question 36

Multiple Choice

1-76.A recent in-depth study by Lewis and colleagues of 12 convicted murderers diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder looked into their backgrounds.The study found strong evidence that

• A)each was a pathological liar long before showing signs of dissociative disorder.
• B)disordered thinking was associated with abnormal brain functioning.
• C)each was severely abused,both physically and sexually.
• D)each had vivid memories of being tortured and neglected by strangers.

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Definitions:

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, responsible for voluntary activities and cognitive functions.

Diencephalon

A part of the brain that includes the thalamus and hypothalamus, involved in sensory and motor signal relay and the regulation of consciousness and sleep.

Midbrain

The central part of the brainstem that connects the hindbrain and forebrain, playing a key role in vision, hearing, motor control, sleep/wake, arousal, and temperature regulation.

Limbic System

A group of interconnected brain structures responsible for regulating emotions, memory, and arousal responses.