Assumptions

Question 1

What are the 3 assumptions of the Biological approach?

Answer 1

The localisation of brain function

Neurotransmitters

Evolutionary influences

Question 2

Explain the localisation of brain function

Answer 2

The Biological approach believes that different areas of the brain are responsible for different activities

Question 3

What are neurotransmitters?

Answer 3

They are chemical messengers that allow neurons to communicate at the synapse, they have a very significant effect on our mental health and an imbalance can cause major issues

Question 4

What are some examples of Neurotransmitters?

Answer 4

Dopamine, serotonin and oxcytocin

Question 5

Explain evolutionarily influences

Answer 5

Traits that enhance the chance of survival (e.g altruistic behaviour) and are more likely to be passed on to the next generation

Question 6

What are the 4 lobes of the cerbal cortex?

Answer 6

Frontal
Parietal
Ocipital
Temporal