Animal Research in Psychology

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Why is animal research commonly used in psychology?

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Many biological processes in animals are similar to humans

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What percentage of genes do mice share with humans?

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85%

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Which ethical guideline ensures that researchers minimize harm to animals in research?

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The 3Rs (Replace, Reduce, Refine)

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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using animals in psychological research?

• Ability to control genetic and environmental variables
• Ability to conduct longitudinal studies quickly
• No ethical concerns
• Shared brain structures with humans

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No ethical concerns

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What is the primary purpose of using animal models in psychology?

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To investigate cause-effect relationships in behavior

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What was the main finding of LeDoux’s research on fear in rats?

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The amygdala plays a key role in fear responses

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Why did Kandel study memory using sea slugs (Aplysia)?

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Their simple nervous system allows easy observation of synaptic changes

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What was the main discovery from Kandel’s research?

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Learning changes the physical structure of the brain

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What animal did Rosenzweig, Bennett & Diamond (1972) use to study neuroplasticity?

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Rats

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What did Rosenzweig’s study demonstrate about the environment?

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Enriched environments lead to increased cortical thickness