Asked by AndyandAngie Howard on May 10, 2024
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Recent research by the Children's Hospital Boston found that the medullas of babies who had died from SIDS were less sensitive to the brain chemical
A) serotonin.
B) adrenaline.
C) dopamine.
D) GABA.
SIDS
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome represents the inexplicable demise of an apparently healthy infant under a year old, typically occurring during sleep.
Medullas
The innermost part of an organ or structure, especially the central part of the brainstem or the marrow of bones.
Serotonin
A neurotransmitter involved in regulating mood, appetite, and sleep, with its imbalance linked to conditions such as depression and anxiety.
- Detect the signs of distress in infants and the ways to ameliorate it.
Verified Answer
BK
Bridget KudronowiczMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The research found that the medullas of babies who had died from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) were less sensitive to serotonin, a brain chemical important for regulating breathing and heart rate during sleep.
Learning Objectives
- Detect the signs of distress in infants and the ways to ameliorate it.