Essentials of Understanding Psychology
12th Edition
ISBN: 9781259531804
Author: Robert S Feldman Dean College of Social & Behavioral Sciences
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 25, Problem 1E
Summary Introduction
To match: The terms with their definitions.
Expert Solution & Answer
Answer to Problem 1E
Correct answer:
1. Hypothalamus | b. Responsible for monitoring food intake |
2. Lateral hypothalamic damage | a. Leads to refusal of food and starvation |
3. Ventromedical hypothalamic damage | c. Causes extreme overeating. |
Explanation of Solution
1. Hypothalamus: b. Responsible for monitoring food intake
In the brain, hypothalamus is the central organ to regulate the food intake.
2. Lateral hypothalamic damage: a. Leads to refusal of food and starvation
Lateral hypothalamic damage is known for the regulation of metabolism as well as it leads to refusal of food and starvation.
3. Ventromedial hypothalamic damage: c. Causes extreme overeating
The ventromedial hypothalamic is a different morphological nucleus involved in the process of termination of fear, hunger, thermoregulation, and sexual activity. The ventromedial hypothalamic damage mainly causes extreme overeating.
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