PPT-Psychology Unit 2 The Brain

Chapter 3 Nervous System The Brain Heredity The Nervous System Nerve cells communicate and send messages throughout body 100 BILLION Neurotransmitters chemicals Acetylcholine Muscle contractionscontrol. The scientific study of human nature. The scientific study of theories and research methods. The scientific study of the process of learning and modifying behavioral reflexes. The scientific study of the behavior of individuals and their mental processes. Brain Stem. Oldest and smallest region. Controls life itself. Governs basic, but critical survival needs. Heart actions. Digestion. Circulation. Breathing. Deeply instinctual and ritualistic. Executes the flight, fight, or freeze response. According to the American Psychological Association:. “[Psychologists] study . the intersection of two critical relationships: one between brain function and behavior, and another between the environment and behavior. As scientists, psychologists follow scientific methods, using careful observation, experimentation and . According to the American Psychological Association:. “[Psychologists] study . the intersection of two critical relationships: one between brain function and behavior, and another between the environment and behavior. As scientists, psychologists follow scientific methods, using careful observation, experimentation and . The subfield of psychology that studies attitude, social perceptions, interpersonal attraction, social influence and group behavior is known as:. A)Environmental psychology. b)Neuropsychology. C)Sociocultural psychology. According to the American Psychological Association:. “[Psychologists] study . the intersection of two critical relationships: one between brain function and behavior, and another between the environment and behavior. As scientists, psychologists follow scientific methods, using careful observation, experimentation and . The scientific study of human nature. The scientific study of theories and research methods. The scientific study of the process of learning and modifying behavioral reflexes. The scientific study of the behavior of individuals and their mental processes. : . Classification & Disorders. Designated Unit. : . Unit . IV. States of Consciousness. Introduction. : . Fact or Falsehood?. Research suggests that the stigma & stress associated with being homosexual increase the risk of mental health problems…. Older Brain Structures. The. Brainstem. . is. . the oldest part of the brain, beginning where the spinal cord swells and enters the skull. It is responsible for automatic survival functions.. 2. Brainstem. IT IS THE PART OF US THAT CONTROLS EVERY THOUGHT, ACTION, AND FEELING. THE LOWER BRAIN. Lies deep inside the skull with the cerebral cortex fitting over and around it.. The lower brain is the part that regulates the basic functions such as breathing. that our . superior thought processes are what distinguish us from other animals. . The brain . is the organ of the human mind, but . the connection . between the brain and the mind was not always known. . : . Treatment. Part one. Abnormal Psychology. :. Treatment Basics. Abnormal. : . Treatment Basics. Mental health therapies are classified into two primary categories. The Psychological Therapies/Psychotherapy. You are about to start an exciting journey into the world of Psychology where you will learn about the scientific study of the mind and behaviour!. Remember:. Choose what modules you do and when, but work through them . The study of people – how they act, react, and interact. Explores areas such as learning, memory, development of children, sport, social behaviour, cognitive processes and human development.. A science. Psychological studies involve the use of...