structure and neurochemistry-biological approach Flashcards
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what is neurochemistry?
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refers to the chemicals within the brain
2
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why is neurochemistry relevant within psychology?
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as the chemicals-neurotransmitters such as serotonin may account for certain behaviours
3
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what do these neurotransmitters do?
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fire across synapses in the brain to make us think/behave in a certain way
4
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example of the impact of neurotransmitters?
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low levels of serotonin may cause OCD
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what is biological structure?
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refer to the organisation of certain organs/systems in the body- that can cause certain behaviours
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example of a biological structure that has an effect?
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the basal ganglia has been implicated in the cause of OCD
