Neuroscience paradigm Flashcards
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Neuroscience paradigm
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Centered around the idea that psychological disorders are linked to aberrant processes. Eg aspects of schizo are associated with neuro problems
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Key neurotransmitters:
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Dopamine
Serotonin
Norepinephrine
Gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA)
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Early theories
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Disorder caused by either too much or too little of a neurotransmitter. Though to simplistic.
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Cytokines
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Activation of macrophages stimulate release, help initiate fatigue, inflammation and stress. Implicated in depression and schizo
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HPA Axis
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Central to body’s response to stress. Cortisol is the stress hormone.
