Which of the following is a primary reason for the lowered brain volume of older adults compared with that of younger adults?

lower number of neurons
increased length and complexity of axons
lower numbers of synapses
increased growth of dendrites

lower numbers of synapses

Psychology

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Psychology

According to Freud, early experiences of gaining pleasure from releasing the bowels can result in a(n) __________ personality

a. Oedipus complex b. anal-retentive c. Electra complex d. anal-expulsive

Psychology