Chapter 2 Flashcards
What is the Multipath Model
An interaction between multiple models of psychology
What are the parts of the multipath model?
Biological, Psychological, and Social
What are the Major Divisions of the Brain?
Forebrain, Midbrain, and Hindbrain
Name two neurotransmitters
Adrenaline, Noradrenaline, Dopamine, Serotonin, GABA, Acetylcholine, Glutamine, Endorphins
Treatments for mental disorders
Medication (Xanax, Prozac, Litium), Neurosurgery (very rare).
Criticisms of treatments
Drugs have side effects, Not learning coping skills or real-world management.
Name Three Social Factors
Gender, SES, Race and Ethnicity, Orientations
Therapies for mental disorders
Electroconvulsive Therapy, Deep brain stimulation, RTMS