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Abnormal Psychology: Brain Dysfunction and Genetic Markers

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What is the factor that is manipulated in experimental research?

Dependent variable

Outcome variable

Control variable

Independent variable (correct)

What is the outcome of interest in experimental research?

Dependent variable (correct)

Control variable

Independent variable

Causal variable

What is the purpose of random assignment in treatment research?

To control for potential confounding variables (correct)

To ensure the treatment is effective

To ensure all participants receive treatment

To introduce bias into the study

What is the purpose of a standard treatment comparison study?

To compare the efficacy of different treatments Signup and view all the answers

What does neuroplasticity refer to?

Flexibility of the brain in making changes in response to experiences Signup and view all the answers

How do enriched prenatal environments affect offspring?

Result in offspring more resilient to early brain injuries Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to the dramatic formation of neural connections after birth?

Postnatal experiences Signup and view all the answers

Why have advances in understanding brain deficiencies increased?

Because of increased availability of sophisticated neuroimaging techniques Signup and view all the answers

What is Taijin Kyofusho?

An anxiety disorder prevalent in Japan Signup and view all the answers

How do individuals in China with depression often express their distress?

By focusing on physical concerns Signup and view all the answers

What is Ataque de nervios characterized by?

Physical and verbal aggression Signup and view all the answers

How do individuals experiencing Ataque de nervios typically feel after the episode?

A complete memory loss of the 'ataque' period Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter is strongly implicated in reducing anxiety and other emotional states characterized by high levels of arousal?

GABA Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of agonists related to neurotransmitters?

Facilitate effects of a neurotransmitter on the post-synaptic neuron Signup and view all the answers

Which gland is referred to as the master gland of the body?

Pituitary gland Signup and view all the answers

What do hormonal imbalances primarily affect in our bodies?

Nervous system Signup and view all the answers