Physiological Psychology Midterms Quiz
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What is the definition of 'traits' based on the text?

  • Characteristics influenced by neurotransmitters
  • Physical attributes like height and eye color
  • Personal characteristics that are environmentally determined
  • Genetically determined characteristics or conditions (correct)

How does high levels of Testosterone affect behavior according to the text?

  • It causes a decrease in neurotransmitter production
  • It has no impact on behavior
  • It leads to lower levels of aggression
  • It is associated with increased aggression (correct)

Which neurotransmitter is known as the 'Happy Hormone' in the text?

  • Dopamine (correct)
  • Serotonin
  • Oxytocin
  • GABA

What role does Oxytocin play in behavior according to the text?

<p>Affects libido, muscle contraction, and social recognition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when an individual has lower counts of Serotonin according to the text?

<p>Development of depression (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does GABA impact the nervous system based on the text?

<p>Slows down nerve impulses causing muscle relaxation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of behavioral genetics?

<p>Examining the role of genetics and environment on behavior (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the relationship between genes and behavior according to evolutionary psychologists?

<p>Genes provide blueprints for psychological mechanisms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about genetic influence on behavior?

<p>Genes dictate how an individual can use them to his advantage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the immune system relate to behavioral genetics?

<p>It plays a role in protecting the organism from microbial invasion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of behavioral genetics, what is the significance of practical adaptation?

<p>It relates to traits that enhance survival and reproductive success (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes the study of how both genetics and environmental factors influence behavior?

<p>Behavioral genetics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of evolutionary psychology?

<p>Studying the adaptation and response of humans to environmental stimuli (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an essential metatheoretical assumption in evolutionary psychology?

<p>Natural selection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Darwin's theory, how do living species arrive at their current biological form?

<p>Via a historical process involving random inheritable changes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process through which populations of living organisms initially learn to adapt and change structurally and functionally?

<p>Natural selection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used for the characteristics or traits produced by natural selection?

<p>Adaptation traits (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What function does a metatheory serve in research and observation?

<p>Guides researchers and provides criteria for recognizing significant observations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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