CHAPTER 1 (biopsychology as a neuroscience)

Question 1

The following are a characteristics of a?

+Structural Integrity
+Cognitive Function
+Emotional Well-being
+Physical Health
+Neuroplasticity

Answer 1

Healthy brain

Question 2

The following are a characteristics of a?

+Neurological Disorders
+Psychiatric Disorders
+Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
+Substance Abuse
+Environmental Factors

Answer 2

Unwell brain

Question 3

These are the characteristics of?

+Diet
+Physical Activity
+Mental Stimulation
+Stress Management
+Social Engagement
+Adequate Sleep
+Avoiding Harmful Substances

Answer 3

Brain wellness

Question 4

Weight of the brain?

It consist of ____% fat

It consist of ____% water, protein, carbohydrates, and salts

intricate networks of ____ and _____

Answer 4

Weight 3 pounds (1.36kg)

60% fat

40% water, protein, carbohydrates, and salts

intricate networks of neurons and glial cells

Question 5

Much of what biopsychologists learn about the functioning of a healthy brain comes from studying ________

Answer 5

Much of what biopsychologists learn about the functioning of a healthy brain comes from studying dysfunctional brains

Question 6

Studying species that are related to us through evolution.

Answer 6

Comparative approach