Midterm Exam Flashcards
A _________ is an in depth study of 1 individual
case study
_________ occurs when researchers record the behavior of participants without influencing their behavior
Naturalistic
_________ is an opportunity to gather information about attitudes, beliefs, and experiences of a group of people
Survey research
Behavior can be attributed and explained through ______________ and response__________
observing
stimulus
Behaviorist
Behavior can be attributed and explained through our adaption to our physical, cultural, and________ surroundings__________
historical
evolutionary
Behavior can be attributed and explained through our________ of early life experiences________
understanding
psychoanalytical
Neurotransmitters are conducting cells to the brain
False
Synapses are the connections between neurons
True
_______ is the “feel good” neurotransmitter
Dopamine
_______ is the neurotransmitter than activities muscles and regulates heart rate
Acetylcholine
________ is the neurotransmitter that helps with anxiety
Gaba
Serotonin plays an important role in regulating sleep
True
The________ prevents the brain form becoming over stimulated
Reticular Formation
The________ controls the heartbeat, breathing, and blood pressure
Medulla
The critical for human survival is what?
Brainstem
The ________ is affected when using alcohol
Cerebellum
REM sleep is the longest portion of the sleep cycle
False
Circadian rhythm refers to understanding the rhythm of a musical piece
False
Caffeine is a depressant
False
The absolute threshold occurs when the sensory receptor grows accustomed to unchanging stimuli
False
Adaption occurs the first time you experience a sensation
False
What are neurotransmitters?
Chemical messengers that travel from neuron to neuron
_______ is the _______ of sensory stimuli
Sensation
detection
______ is the _______ of the stimuli
Perception
interpretation
