What Is the Study of the Effects of Drug on Mental

question 4

Multiple Choice

What is the study of the effects of drug on mental processes called?

• A)Neurology
• B)Neuropharmacology
• C)Psychiatry
• D)Psychology
• E)Psychopharmacology

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Definitions:

Stereotypes

Oversimplified and widely held beliefs about the characteristics, attributes, and behaviors of a particular group of people.

Exaggerate Differences

The act of making distinctions between entities more pronounced or significant than they actually are.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where an individual experiences discomfort from holding two or more conflicting beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Cognitions

Mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.