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Psy Exam

Module 3

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Who would have been most likely to claim that a slight protrusion in a certain region of someone's skull indicated that the individual had an optimistic personality? Franz Gall
Drugs that block the reuptake of serotonin will thereby increase the concentration of serotonin molecules in the: synaptic gaps.
Natural, opiatelike neurotransmitters linked to pain control are called: endorphins.
Botox injections smooth facial wrinkles because botulin is a(n): ACh antagonist.
In stressful situations, the sympathetic nervous system ________ the arteries of the circulatory system and ________ the pupils of the eyes. dilates; dilates
While listening to operatic solos, musicians process the lyrics and the tunes in separate brain areas. This most clearly illustrates the functioning of different: neural networks.
Which of the following chemical messengers is both a neurotransmitter and a hormone? norepinephrine
An axon transmits messages ________ the cell body and a dendrite transmits messages ________ the cell body. away from; toward
Depressed mood states are linked to ________ levels of serotonin and ________ levels of norepinephrene. low; low
The venom of the black widow spider is to ________ as botulin is to ________. convulsions; paralysis
A drug that blocks the reuptake of a particular neurotransmitter is called a(n): agonist.
The peripheral nervous system consists of: sensory and motor neurons.
The autonomic nervous system most directly controls: stomach contractions.
The release of epinephrine and norepinephrene ________ blood pressure and _______ blood sugar levels. increases; increases
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