Jane's thyroid gland has become inactive and,as a result,she is becoming lethargic and has gained weight.We know that the thyroid gland can cause this reaction because of studies conducted by
A) clinical psychologists.
B) medical psychologists.
C) experimental psychologists.
D) physiological psychologists.

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Physiological psychologists study the relationship between the brain and behavior, including the effects of hormones and other physiological processes on behavior. As the thyroid gland produces hormones that affect metabolism and energy levels, physiological psychologists would be best suited to conduct studies on the effects of an inactive thyroid on behavior.

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