_________ Can Be Thought of as the Sum of Our

question 32

Multiple Choice

_________ can be thought of as the sum of our developmental and lifecourse experiences. The experience of this is culturally defined, rather than biologically determined.

• A) Gender
• B) Sex
• C) Orientation
• D) Role

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Definitions:

Biopsychosocial Approach

A comprehensive model that explains the complex interplay between biological, psychological, and socio-environmental factors in human health and illness.

Pain Control

The methods and techniques used to manage and reduce pain, including pharmacological interventions, physical therapies, and psychological approaches.

Endorphins

Natural chemicals in the body that interact with the brain’s receptors to reduce pain perception and lead to feelings of euphoria.

Rubber-Hand Illusion

A psychological experiment that creates the illusion that a rubber hand is part of the participant's body, demonstrating the brain's integration of tactile and visual inputs.