Asked by Kelsey Hansen on May 27, 2024

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An empathic husband who observes his wife in pain will exhibit some of the brain activity she is showing. This best illustrates the functioning of

A) cognitive maps.
B) spontaneous recovery.
C) mirror neurons.
D) the law of effect.

Mirror Neurons

Neurons that fire both when an individual acts and when the individual observes the same action performed by another.

Empathic Husband

A spouse who understands and is sensitive to their partner's feelings, thoughts, and experiences from the partner's point of view.

  • Comprehend the biological foundation of observational learning by investigating mirror neurons.
  • Identify the contribution of observational learning to the cultivation of empathy and the formation of theory of mind.
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Zybrea KnightJun 03, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The scenario describes the activation of mirror neurons, which are brain cells that fire both when an individual performs an action and when they observe another person performing the same action. This allows for empathy and understanding of others' experiences.