SZ-NEURAL CORRELATES Flashcards
Name two areas in the brain that are associated with the development of schizophrenia.
- Enlarged ventricles
- Superior temporal gyrus/Anterior lingulate gyrus
How are enlarged ventricles associated with sz?
Schizophrenics have fluid filled gaps, according to Johnstone et al. They are associated with negative symptoms
How is the superior temporal gyrus and the anterior lingulate gyrus linked to sz?
It has low activation levels and this has a link with positive symptoms.
What is a common belief of neural correlates in relation to schizophrenia?
The structure or functioning of the brain is associated with positive and negative symptoms.
What has this explanation been criticised for?
It’s been criticised for being a reductionist explanation as it’s very simplistic and schizophrenia is a very complex aspect of psychology.
