Which of the following occurs due to synaptic pruning?

A) Synapses help neurons grow stronger.
B) Synapses help neurons learn to communicate.
C) New synapses constantly emerge.
D) Synapses die out or are "lost."

D

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A. cognitive-behavioral B. sociocultural C. psychodynamic D. biological

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After providing a comprehensive family history, what is the next step in genetic counseling?

a. Each partner provides a biological sample so doctors can analyze their chromosomes. b. Women are given fertility drugs to boost their chance of getting pregnant. c. Couples sign up for research studies about people trying to conceive. d. Each partner must go through individual talk therapy with a licensed therapist.

Psychology