Question 1

Behavioral neuroscientists believe that happiness may involve which brain areas?

Accepted Answer

A)  Activation of the Schachter-Singer circuits. 
B)  It is currently unclear because there are no animal models of positive emotion. 
C)  The brain's reward system. 
D)  Visual cortex. 
A)  Activation of the Schachter-Singer circuits. 
B)  It is currently unclear because there are no animal models of positive emotion. 
C)  The brain's reward system. 
D)  Visual cortex. C

Question 2

__________ emphasizes the role of context-dependent cognitive interpretation in transforming general arousal to a specific emotion such as fear or happiness.

Accepted Answer

A)  The James-Lange theory of emotion 
B)  Darwin's theory of emotion 
C)  The Cannon-Bard theory of emotion 
D)  The Schachter-Singer theory of emotion 
A)  The James-Lange theory of emotion 
B)  Darwin's theory of emotion 
C)  The Cannon-Bard theory of emotion 
D)  The Schachter-Singer theory of emotion D

Question 3

Brain imaging studies point to roles of the ________ cortical areas in cognitive reappraisal.

Accepted Answer

A)  prefrontal, temporal, and parahippocampal 
B)  prefrontal, temporal, and insular 
C)  prefrontal, orbitofrontal, and cingulate 
D)  prefrontal, insular, and cingulate 
A)  prefrontal, temporal, and parahippocampal 
B)  prefrontal, temporal, and insular 
C)  prefrontal, orbitofrontal, and cingulate 
D)  prefrontal, insular, and cingulate C

Question 4

Emphasis has been placed on the roles of the amygdala, hypothalamus, cingulate cortex, and prefrontal cortex in emotion compared with other brain areas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Children born with Williams Syndrome _________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  are highly social and have no social stress or anxiety 
B)  exhibit greater amygdala activation to fearful facial expressions 
C)  are particularly sensitive to dangerous contexts 
D)  are indistinguishable from those not afflicted with Williams syndrome 
A)  are highly social and have no social stress or anxiety 
B)  exhibit greater amygdala activation to fearful facial expressions 
C)  are particularly sensitive to dangerous contexts 
D)  are indistinguishable from those not afflicted with Williams syndrome

Question 6

________ seems to be more influential in the developmental organization of aggression than in the activation of aggressive responses.

Accepted Answer

A)  Testosterone 
B)  Vasopressin 
C)  Serotonin 
D)  Cortisol 
A)  Testosterone 
B)  Vasopressin 
C)  Serotonin 
D)  Cortisol

Question 7

Individuals with tumors in the area of the ________ have been known to exhibit uncharacteristic aggression, even committing murder.

Accepted Answer

A)  fornix 
B)  orbitofrontal cortex 
C)  amygdala 
D)  hippocampus 
A)  fornix 
B)  orbitofrontal cortex 
C)  amygdala 
D)  hippocampus

Question 8

The Schachter-Singer theory of emotion is sometimes known as the two-factor theory.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The release of cortisol results in improved ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  emotional memory 
B)  growth 
C)  digestion 
D)  immune response 
A)  emotional memory 
B)  growth 
C)  digestion 
D)  immune response

Question 10

In hamsters, ________ is a potent stressor evidenced by increased stress hormone levels.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In hamsters, ________ is a potent stressor...

Question 11

Much has been learned about aggression using a ________ animal model of conditioned defeat.

Accepted Answer

A)  rat 
B)  hamster 
C)  mouse 
D)  monkey 
A)  rat 
B)  hamster 
C)  mouse 
D)  monkey

Question 12

Patients with spinal cord injuries in a conditioned fear task show ___________ in an fMRI compared to non-injured controls.

Accepted Answer

A)  no difference in brain activation 
B)  diminished activation in the prefrontal cortex and posterior cingulate 
C)  increased activation in the prefrontal cortex and posterior cingulate 
D)  diminished activation in the prefrontal cortex and increased activation in the posterior cingulate 
A)  no difference in brain activation 
B)  diminished activation in the prefrontal cortex and posterior cingulate 
C)  increased activation in the prefrontal cortex and posterior cingulate 
D)  diminished activation in the prefrontal cortex and increased activation in the posterior cingulate

Question 13

When stress is acute or is present for short durations, evidence suggests that stress leads to _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  degenerative diseases 
B)  sleep disturbances 
C)  immunoenhancement 
D)  immunosuppression 
A)  degenerative diseases 
B)  sleep disturbances 
C)  immunoenhancement 
D)  immunosuppression

Question 14

Increased ________ slows the heart rate.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Increased ________ slows the heart rate....

Question 15

What were Cannon's critiques of the James-Lange theory of emotion?

Accepted Answer

Animals still display emotion in the abs

Question 16

Which of the following have been observed in hamsters trained in conditioned defeat?

Accepted Answer

A)  Both winners and losers exhibit high levels of glucocorticoids. 
B)  Hamsters must be provoked before aggression is observed. 
C)  Winners exhibit more activity in the initial aggressive encounter than losers. 
D)  Previously defeated hamsters will exhibit submissive behaviors, even with smaller hamsters 
A)  Both winners and losers exhibit high levels of glucocorticoids. 
B)  Hamsters must be provoked before aggression is observed. 
C)  Winners exhibit more activity in the initial aggressive encounter than losers. 
D)  Previously defeated hamsters will exhibit submissive behaviors, even with smaller hamsters

Question 17

The ________ ultimately stimulates relevant brain areas that initiate the many components of a fear response.

Accepted Answer

A)  central amygdala 
B)  lateral amygdala 
C)  sensory cortex 
D)  thalamu 
A)  central amygdala 
B)  lateral amygdala 
C)  sensory cortex 
D)  thalamu

Question 18

The hypothesis that an individual who actively smiles might actually make him- or herself feel happier is consistent with which theory of emotion?

Accepted Answer

A)  James-Lange. 
B)  Cannon-Bard. 
C)  Schachter-Singer. 
D)  Darwin. 
A)  James-Lange. 
B)  Cannon-Bard. 
C)  Schachter-Singer. 
D)  Darwin.

Question 19

Humans with amygdala damage have been observed to exhibit an impaired ability to ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  recognize emotional facial expressions 
B)  remember itemized lists 
C)  learn motor skills 
D)  recognize faces 
A)  recognize emotional facial expressions 
B)  remember itemized lists 
C)  learn motor skills 
D)  recognize faces

Question 20

What might happen if NPY systems are activated in the brain?

Accepted Answer

A)  A rat would exhibit more anxiety-like behavior. 
B)  A soldier would be more at risk for developing PTSD. 
C)  An individual may not be able to remember a stressful event. 
D)  The effects of CRH would be increased. 
A)  A rat would exhibit more anxiety-like behavior. 
B)  A soldier would be more at risk for developing PTSD. 
C)  An individual may not be able to remember a stressful event. 
D)  The effects of CRH would be increased.

Behavioral neuroscientists believe that happiness may involve which brain areas?

__________ emphasizes the role of context-dependent cognitive interpretation in transforming general arousal to a specific emotion such as fear or happiness.

Brain imaging studies point to roles of the ________ cortical areas in cognitive reappraisal.

Emphasis has been placed on the roles of the amygdala, hypothalamus, cingulate cortex, and prefrontal cortex in emotion compared with other brain areas.

Children born with Williams Syndrome _________________.

________ seems to be more influential in the developmental organization of aggression than in the activation of aggressive responses.

Individuals with tumors in the area of the ________ have been known to exhibit uncharacteristic aggression, even committing murder.

The Schachter-Singer theory of emotion is sometimes known as the two-factor theory.

The release of cortisol results in improved ________.

In hamsters, ________ is a potent stressor evidenced by increased stress hormone levels.

Much has been learned about aggression using a ________ animal model of conditioned defeat.

Patients with spinal cord injuries in a conditioned fear task show ___________ in an fMRI compared to non-injured controls.

When stress is acute or is present for short durations, evidence suggests that stress leads to _____________.

Increased ________ slows the heart rate.

What were Cannon's critiques of the James-Lange theory of emotion?

Which of the following have been observed in hamsters trained in conditioned defeat?

The ________ ultimately stimulates relevant brain areas that initiate the many components of a fear response.

The hypothesis that an individual who actively smiles might actually make him- or herself feel happier is consistent with which theory of emotion?

Humans with amygdala damage have been observed to exhibit an impaired ability to ___________.

What might happen if NPY systems are activated in the brain?

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Exam 10: Emotional Expression and Regulation

Behavioral neuroscientists believe that happiness may involve which brain areas?

__________ emphasizes the role of context-dependent cognitive interpretation in transforming general arousal to a specific emotion such as fear or happiness.

Brain imaging studies point to roles of the ________ cortical areas in cognitive reappraisal.

Emphasis has been placed on the roles of the amygdala, hypothalamus, cingulate cortex, and prefrontal cortex in emotion compared with other brain areas.

Children born with Williams Syndrome _________________.

________ seems to be more influential in the developmental organization of aggression than in the activation of aggressive responses.

Individuals with tumors in the area of the ________ have been known to exhibit uncharacteristic aggression, even committing murder.

The Schachter-Singer theory of emotion is sometimes known as the two-factor theory.

The release of cortisol results in improved ________.

In hamsters, ________ is a potent stressor evidenced by increased stress hormone levels.

Much has been learned about aggression using a ________ animal model of conditioned defeat.

Patients with spinal cord injuries in a conditioned fear task show ___________ in an fMRI compared to non-injured controls.

When stress is acute or is present for short durations, evidence suggests that stress leads to _____________.

Increased ________ slows the heart rate.

What were Cannon's critiques of the James-Lange theory of emotion?

Which of the following have been observed in hamsters trained in conditioned defeat?

The ________ ultimately stimulates relevant brain areas that initiate the many components of a fear response.

The hypothesis that an individual who actively smiles might actually make him- or herself feel happier is consistent with which theory of emotion?

Humans with amygdala damage have been observed to exhibit an impaired ability to ___________.

What might happen if NPY systems are activated in the brain?

Introduction to Biological Psychology

The Nervous System: Structure and Function

Cells and Circuits

Neurochemistry, Neuropsychopharmacology, and Drug Addiction

Evolving Brains: Neural Development, Neuroplasticity, and Recovery of Function

Sensation, Perception, and Adaptation

Movement

Maintenance and Motivation

Sleep, Wakefulness, and Conscious Awareness

Affiliative and Reproductive Strategies

Learning, Memory, and Decision Making

Mental Illness

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