A Common Feature of New Experimental Treatments for Major Depressive

question 233

Multiple Choice

A common feature of new experimental treatments for major depressive disorder, such as deep brain stimulation, vagus nerve stimulation, and transcranial magnetic stimulation, is that:

• A) they increase brain levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine.
• B) like electroconvulsive therapy, they induce seizures.
• C) they increase brain levels of the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine.
• D) they do not induce seizures.

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Definitions:

Imposed Costs

Costs that are not chosen but are forced on a party, often by external factors or requirements such as government regulations, taxes, or fines.

Weight On Future

The importance or impact that future events or expectations have on current decision-making or attitudes.

Self-control Problems

Difficulties individuals face in resisting temptation or impulsivity, often impacting long-term goals for instant gratification.

Poor Information

Refers to scenarios where the data available for decision making is inadequate, inaccurate, or misleading.