Asked by Marcus Welch on Jun 14, 2024

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Deep brain stimulation involves the implantation of ________ into the brain.

A) SSRIs
B) lithium
C) electrodes
D) new nerve cells

Deep Brain Stimulation

A medical treatment involving the implantation of a device that sends electrical impulses to specific parts of the brain to treat neurological disorders.

Electrodes

Conductive components that are used to establish electrical contact with a nonmetallic part of a circuit, such as a semiconductor or electrolyte.

Nerve Cells

Specialized cells in the nervous system that communicate with other neurons, muscles, or glands by sending electrical and chemical signals.

  • Understand the roles and outcomes of assorted therapies for psychological conditions, including electroconvulsive therapy, deep brain stimulation, and repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation.
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India MarbsJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Deep brain stimulation involves the implantation of electrodes into the brain to stimulate specific regions and treat conditions such as Parkinson's disease, chronic pain, and major depression. SSRIs and lithium are medications used primarily to treat depression and bipolar disorder, respectively, and do not involve brain implants. Implanting new nerve cells is still an experimental technique and not currently used in clinical practice.