Biological Aspects Of Cognitive Psychology Flashcards
Subjective age
Subjective age is the we believe we are.
Why is higher subjective age bad?
Higher subjective age increases the likelihood of depression, diabetes and death.
Inflammation
Inflammation is the immunes system response to environmental stress or injury.
What affects how and what we think?
How and what we think is affected by the structure of the brain, chemistry of the brain and developmental processes of the brains.
Why is understanding the biology of the brain important?
Understanding the biology of the brain helps us to:
- diagnose brain problems
- treat mental health problems
- improve brain function
- support people who have atypical brains
Optogenetics
Optogenetics uses light to control genetically altered cells
What is psychometric testing used for?
Psychometric testing is used for diagnosis and for monitoring interventions e.g. questionnaires
What is cognitive testing?
Cognitive testing assesses strengths and weaknesses.
