AP PSYCHOLOGY

BIOLOGICAL BASES OF BEHAVIOR

BIOLOGY OF CONSCIOUSNESS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The process of learning to control bodily states with the help of machines monitoring the bodily functions to be controlled is called
A
euphoria
B
biofeedback
C
hypnosis
D
meditation
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Biofeedback is a technique you can use to learn to control some of your body’s functions, such as your heart rate. During biofeedback, you’re connected to electrical sensors that help you receive information about your body.

Detailed explanation-2: -Types of Biofeedback The three most common methods of biofeedback include: electromyography (EMG) biofeedback: measures muscle tension as it changes over time. thermal or temperature biofeedback: measures body temperature changes over time. electroencephalography: measures brain wave activity over time.

Detailed explanation-3: -Biofeedback is a process that enables an individual to learn how to change physiological activity for the purposes of improving health and performance. Precise instruments measure physiological activity such as brainwaves, heart function, breathing, muscle activity and skin temperature.

Detailed explanation-4: -Biofeedback is an alternative medicine approach that teaches people to change the way their bodies function. It is a mind-body therapy that may improve your physical and mental health. During a biofeedback session, a practitioner uses monitoring equipment and instruments to measure your body’s functions.

Detailed explanation-5: -Biofeedback is a mind-body technique that involves using visual or auditory feedback to teach people to recognize the physical signs and symptoms of stress and anxiety, such as increased heart rate, body temperature, and muscle tension.

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