PSY 200/203 Study Guide for Final Exam Chapter 1 - Scientific method A. Psychology has four basic goals regarding behavior and mental processes 1. Describe 2. Explain 3. Predict 4. Control B. Scientific method - set of assumptions, attitudes, and procedures that guide researchers in investigations 1. Events are lawful (follow consistent patterns) 2. Events are explainable 3. Events are approached with scientific skepticism (critical thinking) a.
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EDU-213 L. Barnett EDU-213 Brain Function Table Component | Definition | Role in Learning and Development | Neurons | “A neuron is a nerve cell that is the basic building block of the nervous system. Neurons are similar to other cells in the human body in a number of ways, but there is one key difference between neurons and other cells. Neurons are specialized to transmit information throughout the body” (Cherry, 2014) | Neurons receive and process new information. “Using selective stimulation
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involves injecting into one compartment of the body a substance that absorbs X-Rays either less than or more than the surrounding tissue. (Pinel, JJ 2011). A contrast X-ray technique is called cerebral angiography; it is to visualize the circulatory system. This X-Ray is useful for localizing vascular damage, but the displacement of blood vessels from their normal position also can indicate the location of a tumor. The standard X-ray that is used is the X-ray computed tomography (CT). The CT is used
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Introduction Malnutrition as defined is the lack of a sufficient quantity or quality of nutrients to maintain the body system at some definable level of functioning. It has been estimated that 37-80 percent of all pre-school children in the developing countries like Philippines suffer from protein calorie malnutrition as assessed by the manifestation of syndromes, nutritional indexes, and weight deviations (Bengoa, 1974). Mild to moderate malnutrition, also called chronic under nutrition, is much
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procedures. ~ For decades people have been using the effects of alcohol to suppress their pain. In the early 1900's a physician suggested to use intoxicating amounts of alcohol before medical procedures. Alcohol has the ability to depress the central nervous system, it slows down the brain, and delivers a certain amount of pain relief. ~Aspirin is used to treat pain due to inflammation. It also used to treat several conditions such as fever, pain, and inflammation caused by diseases. Aspirin works by blocking
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Nearly 13,000 lives are claimed each year by Astrocytoma. Astrocytoma is a very fatal tumorous cancer that attacks the Cerebellum, Cerebrum, Brainstem, and central parts of the brain. It also can invade parts the nervous system, and parts of the spinal cord. This cancer comes from astrocytes, which forms the supportive tissue of the brain. Astrocytes are microscopic star shaped cells that make up one of the many foundations of the brain. Primary brain tumors are formed when there are mutations that
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abdomen • Being tired all the time •Constipation • Fatigue •Forgetfulness In extreme cases, lead poisoning can lead to: •brain damage •kidney failure •cancer •seizures Very high levels of lead exposure can also be fatal. Lead is toxic to the nervous system, bones and heart. The symptoms of lead poisoning in children doesnot always show if the child has lead poisoning. It is important for educators to try and prevent lead exposure to children of all ages by putting certain measures in place. For
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Adria Mansfield Behavioral Modification September 3, 2014 Eric ComStock While visiting my cousin we decided to go out for dinner. We decided to go to outback steak house. When we arrived there it was awfully crowded. We had a forty-five minute wait. While waiting in line I start to observe this Caucasian female. I chose
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Caffeine? A. According to the University of Michigan Caffeine is possibly the most popular and widely used drug. 1. It is considered a drug because it stimulates the central nervous system. a. Stimulates the central nervous system, the brain and spinal cord. 2. Once the central nervous system is relax b. People may experience an increase in alertness, improvement in mood and a temporary boost of energy. II. What are the negative side effects of caffeine?
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INTERNET ACTIVITY NEUROTRANSMISSION AND THE NERVOUS SYSTEM Use the Internet to answer the questions associated with this activity. Go to Google and type in “Neurotransmitters” Click on the link “Neurotransmitters for Kids” Click on the Explore tab on the left side. You will use page to locate the links to each activity. 1) Go to Neuroscience Methods and Techniques and use the glossary of neuroscience words to describe how the following terms are applied to the neurotransmission process:
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