Exam 2: The Biological Perspective

Violet is in the hospital about to undergo a brain-imaging process that involves taking many X-rays from different angles aided by the use of a computer. What type of imaging technique is being used?

The term neurotransmitter refers to __________.

The myelin sheath __________.

Justin learns that he has just won $1,000 in a statewide lottery and he literally jumps for joy. Which neurons are sending messages from his brain to his legs ordering them to jump?

Choose any three methods that psychologists use to learn about the functions of the brain. Describe the method, how it works, and the type of information we can learn from it.

What is a synapse?

Rats that have a damaged __________ will show no fear when placed next to a cat.

A college student is having difficulty staying awake during the day and sleeping through the night. Her difficulties are MOST likely due to problems in the __________.

Which neurotransmitter stimulates skeletal muscle cells to contract but slows contractions of the heart?

Researchers in the field of autism are considering that the condition is related to a faulty mirror system in the brain.

Peyton has been experiencing a serious memory problem. An interdisciplinary team has ruled out a range of causes and believes that a neurotransmitter is involved. Which neurotransmitter is most likely involved in this problem?

All nerve cells and fibers that are NOT in the brain or spinal cord make up the __________ nervous system.

The division of the nervous system that allows the brain and the spinal cord to communicate with the sensory systems of the eyes, ears, skin, and mouth and allows the brain and spinal cord to control the muscles and glands of the body is called the __________ system.

What are the symptoms of Broca's aphasia?

Which part of the neuron is responsible for maintaining the life of the cell?

The cerebellum __________.

If you touch a hot stove, your spinal cord can prompt you to withdraw your hand without having to send the message all the way to the brain. This is due to what scientists call __________.

Tristan has decided to seek medical help for mood disturbances and appetite problems. Which neurotransmitter is most likely involved in the problems Tristan is experiencing?

Which of the following regions contains the primary visual cortex?

The short fibers that extend from the neuron allowing it to receive messages from other neurons are __________.