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Biological Approach Flashcards

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Influence of genes: genotypes & phenotypes

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  • genes are passed from one generation to next, carry information in form of DNA
  • Genotypes-genetic makeup, fixed from birth
  • Phenotypes- expression of their genes which leads to the observable characteristics of a person
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Influence or neurochemisty

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Synapse signals are sent between neurons by chemicals called neurotransmitters

  • too little serotonin been associated with depression
  • to much dopamine associated with schizophrenia
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Evolution and behaviour

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Natural selection proposed by Darwin
-passed from one generation to next whilst others do not die out
Eg. Buss 1994 survey

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