PSY 111 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Absolute Threshold, Max Wertheimer, Sensory Neuron
12 Sep 2016
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Neural level: synapse gap btwn 2 neurons. Info either passes thru or nurotransmitters are needed. Dopamine helps with complex thinking, associated with thought/pleasure deficit = parkinsons and adhd ur brain gets tired after lectures bc brain gets tired of releasing dopamine. Endorphins helps receive pain, released when feel pain, associated with falling in love deficits = fibromyalgia (chronic pain) and depression {only released when experienced something intense} Synaptogenesis creation of new synapses/connections of neurons. Synaptic pruning cutting away of synapses not being used or not effective. Happens in early childhood and adolescence (plasticity) plasticity drops as you age. Parts of the brain: structure and function (know location and function) Cerebellum located in back of head helps you execute smooth skilled body movements i. e. riding bike & social activities like hugging, kissing, shaking hands, understanding body language, etc. Thalamus relay center - lets brain know info is coming in (like a radio station) Hypothalamus pleasure/love/sex good memory related to place.
