Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Uses a Powerful Magnetic Field to Temporarily

question 134

True/False

Transcranial magnetic stimulation uses a powerful magnetic field to temporarily stimulate or inactivate neural circuits.

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Definitions:

fMRI

Functional magnetic resonance imaging, a neuroimaging procedure using MRI technology that measures brain activity by detecting changes associated with blood flow.

MMPI-II

Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2, a psychological test that assesses personality traits and psychopathology to assist in diagnosing mental disorders.

Exner System

A systematic approach to interpreting the Rorschach inkblot test, developed by John Exner, used in psychological evaluation and diagnosis.

Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)

A psychological test using drawings on cards depicting ambiguous social interactions. Those being tested are asked to construct stories about the cards. It is assumed their tales reflect their experiences, outlook on life, and deep-seated needs and conflicts. Validity and reliability of scoring techniques are open to the same criticisms as those of the Rorschach inkblot test.