What Biological Change in Development Offers an Explanation for the Existence

question 114

Multiple Choice

What biological change in development offers an explanation for the existence of infantile amnesia?

• A)An excess of neuronal synapses at birth delays memory encoding
• B)The hippocampus is only partially developed in infancy
• C)Cortical areas involved in memory storage are understimulated by the environment
• D)Neurotransmitters such as glutamate,AMPA,and NMDA are in limited supply until around three years of age.

Understand the basic premises of evolutionary psychology and its applications to human behavior.

Differentiate between evolutionary psychology and alternative theories like Eagly and Wood's social-structure theory.

Recognize and critique common methodological concerns and criticisms of evolutionary psychology.

Identify the role of the cerebral cortex in overcoming innate urges and the importance of flexibility in human behavior.

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Definitions:

Psychosurgery

A neurological surgery employed to treat or alleviate severe mental disorders.

Therapeutic Lifestyle

A life approach that emphasizes the adoption of healthy habits and behaviors, such as regular exercise and stress management, to improve overall well-being and mitigate health issues.

Brain Stimulation

Techniques used to directly or indirectly stimulate the brain to improve function or alleviate symptoms of neurological or psychiatric conditions.

Resilience

The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.