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Question 1

What are 4 biological factors / theories that can cause depression?

Answer 1

1-Genetic predisposition
2-Brain changes
3-Neurotransmitter imbalances
4-Neuroinflammation

Question 2

What are 3 possible causes of Alzheimer’s?

Answer 2

1-Single-gene mutations related to beta-amyloid protein production
2-Changes in blood flow in the brain
3-Impairment in the brain’s ability to use glucose

Question 3

Labeling theory (What does this theory propose w/ older adults?)

Answer 3

Theory that proposes that when older adults encounter age-related stereotypes, they’re more likely to integrate those stereotypes into their self-perception

Question 4

What’s the negativity bias in impression formation (Hint: What does tendency does this refer to?)

Answer 4

Refers to the tendency of individuals to give more weight to negative information when forming impressions of others

Question 5

This gene increases the risk of Alzheimer’s by how much and for which ethnic group

Answer 5

ABCA 7 gene mutations double the chances for African Americans