David Is Excitable, Impulsive, and Very Active

question 124

Multiple Choice

David is excitable, impulsive, and very active. He also has great difficulty concentrating. He MOST likely has _____.

• A) mental retardation
• B) a sensory deficit
• C) attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
• D) childhood schizophrenia

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Definitions:

Corresponding Emotion

An emotional response that is directly related to, or caused by, a specific event, action, or thought.

Facial-Feedback Hypothesis

The theory that suggests the act of expressing a facial emotion can cause the emotional experience itself, such as smiling leading to feelings of happiness.

Positive Feelings

Emotions and sentiments that are pleasant or affirmative, such as happiness, joy, or satisfaction.

Simulating Anger

The act of pretending or mimicking the emotion of anger without actually feeling it, often for the purpose of study or understanding its effects.