Question 1

Huntington's disease is rare and caused by an autosomal dominant gene on
__________.

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Question 2

Many people with brain damage resulting in neuropsychological disorders have problems with __________ and self-regulation.

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Question 3

Positive outcomes following a traumatic brain injury are associated with:

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Having a favorable life situation to return to, such as supportive family and friends or a stable job, has been shown to improve outcomes following a traumatic brain injury. Age and cognitive impairment do not necessarily correlate with positive outcomes. Earlier intervention is generally more beneficial, but this is not one of the options listed.

Question 4

What effects is damage to the frontal areas of the brain likely to have?

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Question 5

Which person is least likely to have a good recovery from moderate brain injury?

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Paul's pre-existing condition of severe depression may hinder his recovery from a moderate brain injury.

Question 6

Your text lists nine types of impairment that are commonly found in neuropsychological disorders. List and describe five of them.

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Question 7

What are the factors that have an impact on the outcome for children with traumatic brain injury?

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Question 8

Phineas Gage had a

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Phineas Gage had a penetrating head injury. A tamping iron was accidentally driven through his skull and brain, resulting in significant damage to the prefrontal cortex.

Question 9

What is delirium?

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Question 10

What factors determine the amount of impairment from brain damage?

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Question 11

Which of the following is probably the most important factor in determining the functioning of a child who undergoes significant traumatic brain injury?

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Competencies acquired before the injury may be the most important factor in determining the functioning of a child who undergoes significant traumatic brain injury. This is because a child's pre-injury skills and abilities affect their ability to recover and adapt to the injury. Children who already have developed certain competencies may have a better chance of recovering and adapting to the injury compared to those who have not yet developed those skills. Age, gender, and family environment can also play a role, but are likely less important compared to pre-injury competencies.

Question 12

What is vascular dementia?

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Question 13

What is anterograde amnesia?

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Question 14

What does the case of Phineas Gage suggest about traumatic brain injury?

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Question 15

The type of brain damage that occurs after the brain is jarred in the skull is called __________ brain damage.

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Question 16

___________is the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer's disease.

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Question 17

Before the accident, Bob was unemployed and had few friends. Lionel, who suffered comparable head trauma, was a successful businessman and had just married. Which of these men should have the more favorable outcome and why?

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Lionel is more likely to be motivated to recover due to his previously successful life and personal commitments, which can significantly influence recovery after trauma.

Question 18

In Alzheimer's disease, __________ are deposits of sticky protein.

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Question 19

How can a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease be definitively made?

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Question 20

Why are cognitive disorders included in abnormal psychology?

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Quiz 14: Neurocognitive Disorders

Huntington's disease is rare and caused by an autosomal dominant gene on __________.