Hölzel et al - Mindfulness & Brain Scans (Draft)

What is the main focus of psychologists when studying the brain?

• The shape of a person's skull

• The role of brain regions

• The size of different brain structures

• The activity levels in different brain areas

What is the purpose of structural brain scans?

• To measure brain activity levels

• To detect changes in brain structure over time

• To study the relationship between behaviors and brain function

• To create detailed images of the brain

What brain area is known to show plasticity?

• The motor cortex

• The somatosensory cortex

• Broca's area

• The hippocampus

What is mindfulness?

• Being aware of physical sensations

• Focusing on thoughts and feelings

• Appreciating positive experiences

• All of the above

What is the aim of Hölzel et al.'s study?

• To investigate the effects of mindfulness on brain structure

• To compare different brain scanning techniques

• To study the relationship between brain structure and behavior

• To explore the role of the hippocampus in memory

What research method did Hölzel et al. use?

• Cross-sectional design

• Longitudinal design

• Experimental design

• Observational design

What was the independent variable in Hölzel et al.'s study?

• The amount of mindfulness practice

• The brain scanning technique

• The participants' age

• The participants' gender

What brain area was investigated in Hölzel et al.'s study?

• The motor cortex

• The somatosensory cortex

• The hippocampus

• Broca's area

What is the main dependent variable in Hölzel et al.'s study?

• Grey matter concentration

• Brain activity levels

• Mindfulness scores

• Structural MRI images

What is the purpose of the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire?

• To measure changes in brain structure

• To assess mindfulness levels

• To compare different meditation techniques

• To study the relationship between mindfulness and behavior