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The biological bases of behavior unit explores how the brain and nervous system shape our actions and mental processes. It covers brain structure, neuron communication, and the role of neurotransmitters and hormones in regulating behavior and mood.
1. Lesson 1: Techniques to Learn About the Brain and Neural Function. Lesson 2: The Neuron—Unit of Structure and Function of the Nervous System. Activity 2: Neurons and Impulse Conduction. Lesson 3: The Organization of the Nervous System. Activity 3: Brain & Nervous System Metaphors.
11 paź 2021 · All human (and animal) behavior is a product of biological structures and processes, highly organized on multiple interconnected levels. Understanding these biological precursors of behavior can lead to treatments for psychological disorders, such as drugs that influence neurotransmitter function.
The second AP Psychology unit shifts the focus from the history of psychology and research methods to the specific topic of the relationship between biology and behavior. The first part of the unit summarizes the structure and function of different parts of the brain (including neural anatomy and processes).
Principles of Biological Psychology Everything psychological is simultaneously biological. The nervous system is complexity built from simplicity. The brain is both specialized and integrated. The nervous system is “plastic” (change) especially at early ages of development.
Summary. In this unit, we will cover how the environment and hereditary traits play a role in a person’s psychological being. You will learn that psychology is connected to all parts of your body, such as the endocrine system and nervous system.
25 cze 2024 · Biological psychology is the study of the biological bases of behavior and mental processes. It explores how biological factors like genes, hormones, neurotransmitters, and brain structures influence psychological components like thoughts, emotions, memories, and actions.
