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Which of the following theories of pain are you utilizing when you recognize the fact that some of the factors that open this 'gate' to pain are low endorphins and anxiety and that some of the factors that close this 'gate' to pain are decreased anxiety and fear?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Melzack and Wall's Gate Control Theory posits that pain perception is modulated by factors like anxiety (opening the gate) and reduced anxiety or endorphins (closing the gate).