Ways of investigating of the brain Flashcards
1
Q
how does fMRI work
A
measures blood flow in the brain whilst a person performs a task
2
Q
what are EEGs
A
measure electrical activity through electrodes which are attached to the scalp
3
Q
what are ERPs
A
analysis of EEG data
4
Q
what is a post mortem
A
brains analysis after death to link behaviours from when the person was alive
5
Q
strength and weaknesses of fMRI
A
S: doesn’t use radiation, images are high in resolution and greatly detailed
L: expensive, person has to stay still for images to be clear
6
Q
strengths and weaknesses of EEG
A
s: diagnoses disorders
