According to Gate-Control Theory, Psychological, Situational, or Social Factors Can

question 103

Multiple Choice

According to gate-control theory, psychological, situational, or social factors can affect the experience of pain because:

• A) these factors activate the firing of both A-delta and C fibers.
• B) the brain sends signals down the spinal cord that selectively block the responsiveness of particular free nerve endings.
• C) these factors can cause the brain to send signals down the spinal cord to either open or close the pain gates.
• D) stress blocks the release of endorphins and enkephalins.

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