Biological exp AN Flashcards

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Genetic

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Heritable gene
Family linkage - genetic vulnerability

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2
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Evolution

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Adaptive functions
Guisinger - adapted to flee famine

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3
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Neural

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Abnormalities in neurotransmitters:
High serotonin
Dopamine
Low Leptin
Limbic system disfunction

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4
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Strengths of bio exp

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Supporting research
RW benefits - treatments

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5
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Weaknesses of bio approach

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Bio reductionism
Hard determinism
C+E ?
Twin studies

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