Powerpoint - Biopsychology - Week 4 - Ways of Studying the Brain

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Written by leading authors and teachers Nick and Bethan Redshaw to help their students achieve their full potential. *(Teacher Reference - JB Can not recommend these resources more highly! Has made the delivery of A level psych a dream! )* The WORKBOOK and supporting POWERPOINT(s) are also available individually here on TES Student Workbook and Supporting Powerpoints Cover: **Paper 2 BIOPSYCHOLOGY - Learning Objectives On completion of this unit you should be familiar with the following:** **Week 1 - The Influence of genes on behaviour** 1. The influence of genes on behaviour. Genotype and phenotype, genetic basis of behaviour, evolution and behaviour 2. The influence of biological structures on behaviour * The divisions of the nervous system: central and peripheral (somatic and autonomic). * The structure and function of sensory, relay and motor neurons. The process of synaptic transmission, including reference to neurotransmitters, excitation and inhibition. **Week 2 - The Influence of neurochemistry on behaviour** 1. The function of the endocrine system: glands and hormones. 2. The fight or flight response including the role of adrenaline. **Week 3 - Localisation of the Functions of the Brain** Localisation of function in the brain and hemispheric lateralisation: motor, somatosensory, visual, auditory and language centres; Broca’s and Wernicke’s areas, split brain research. Plasticity and functional recovery of the brain after trauma. **Week 4 - Ways of Studying the Brain** 1. Scanning techniques, including functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI); electroencephalogram (EEGs) and event-related potentials (ERPs) 2. Post-mortem examinations **Week 5 - Biological Rhythms** 1. Circadian, infradian and ultradian and the difference between these rhythms. 2. The effect of endogenous pacemakers and exogenous zeitgebers on the sleep/wake cycle. Our workbooks, powerpoints and resources are also be supported by our Unique LIVE ONLINE AREA ([Psychexamhelp](https://twitter.com/psychexamhelp)). Students can also receive LIVE help and exam performance feedback at a small extra cost for more information go to our website or contact us through twitter.