The Parts of the Neuron That Act Like Mailboxes Because

question 31

Multiple Choice

The parts of the neuron that act like mailboxes because they receive information from other places are called the

• A) terminal buttons.
• B) axons.
• C) dendrites.
• D) myelin sheaths.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, any event or stimulus that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a behavior occurring again.

Anterior Cingulate Cortex

A region of the brain involved in various functions including emotion regulation, decision-making, and impulse control.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) that the individual feels driven to perform.

Neurotransmitters

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