An Imbalance Between the Left and Right Sides of the Prefrontal

question 45

Multiple Choice

An imbalance between the left and right sides of the prefrontal cortex and abnormal growth of the corpus callosum seem to underlie _____.

• A) hearing impairment
• B) nearsightedness
• C) extreme impulsivity
• D) ADHD

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Definitions:

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Salvador Minuchin

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