AOS 2 Flashcards
Myelination
The formation and development of myelin around the axon of a neuron
Symptoms of CTE
- Cognitive Imparements (memory loss, difficulties with attention amd concentration)
- Mood disorders (Depression and Anxiety)
- Impulsivity
- Executive function imparements (planning, reasoning and judgement)
- Aggression
- Dementia
Midbrain
A region at the centre of the brain, between the hindbrain and forebrain, and is part of the brainstem
Influence of the First Brain Experimets
Provided evidence of hemispheric specialisation.
Adaptive Plasticity - Effectiveness
Can occur throughout the whole lifespan. However, is more efficient in younger people due to the higher levels of developmental plasticity.
Causes of CTE
- Repeated blows to the head
- Trigger an abnormal build up of a protein called tau in the brain which leads to the death of brain cells.
Brain
A complex organ contained within the skull that coordinates mental processes and behaviour, and regulates bodily activity.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
A non-invasive structural neuroimaging technique developed in the 1970s, which uses magnetic and radio fields to take images of the brain.
Cerebral Cortex
The outer layer of the cerebrum that covers the brain
Brain Lesioning
Involved the damage of brain tissue in anima;s, followed by the observation of changes in the animals behaviours.
PVC - Contralateral Organisation
- Left visual field = Right occipital lobe
- Right visual field = Left occipital lobe
- Centre visual field = Both occipital lobes
Synaptic Pruning
The elimination of underused synapses
Brain Abalation
Involved the surgical removal of brain tissue in animals, followed by observation of changes in the animal’s behaviour.
Forebrain
A large and prominent brain region that is located at the top and front of the brain.
Frontal Lobe
The largest and front-most lobe of the cerebral cortex.
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
A progressive and a fatal brain disease associated with repeated exposure to mild traumatic brain injuries, such as concussion.
Pons
Handles unconscious processes and jobs, such as your sleep-wake cycle and breathing.
Primary Motor Cortex (PMC)
- Located at the rear of each frontal lobe
- Responsible for the movement of the skeletal muscles of the body
Mind-body Problem
Asks if the mind is part of the body. Is the mind a seperate entity from the brain and body?
Ways to Maintain and Maximise Brain Functioning
- Mental Stimulation
- Diet
- Physical Activity
- Social Support
Hindbrain
A region at the base of the brain, located around the brain, located around and including some of the brainstem.
Parietal Lobe
The lobe of the cerebral cortex, located behind the frontal lobe.
Medulla
- Regulates autonomic processes, such as respiration, heart rate, blood pressure, and digestion.
- Also has an important role in initiating reflexs, (eg. coughing, sneezing, and vomiting.)
Concussion
A mild traumatic brain injury that temporarily disrupts brain function.
Brain vs Heart Debate
Asks what is the source of our thoughts, feelings and behaviours, our brain or heart?
Neuroimaging Techniques
Procedures and devices that are used to take sorts of the brain, providing information about the brain structure and function.
- CT
- MRI
- PET
- fMRI