Summarize the Biological Changes That Underlie Smell and Taste

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Essay

Summarize the biological changes that underlie smell and taste.

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Definitions:

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce anxiety through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation combined with relaxation exercises.

Somatic Symptom Disorder

A mental health condition marked by an excessive focus on physical symptoms that cause major emotional distress and difficulties in daily functioning.

Prescription Medication

Drugs and treatments that are prescribed by healthcare professionals to diagnose, treat, or prevent illness and disease, available only with a valid prescription.

Antidepressant Medications

Drugs prescribed to alleviate symptoms of depression by altering brain chemistry, often impacting serotonin and norepinephrine levels.