Unit 2: Biological Psychology
Biological Psychology Class Slides/Notes
Biological Psychology Unit Overview
Learning Journal
How to write an FRQ
2.1 Interaction of Heredity and Environment
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A. Discuss psychology’s abiding interest in how heredity, environment, and evolution work together to shape behavior.
B. Identify key research contributions of scientists in the area of heredity and environment. C. Predict how traits and behavior can be selected for their adaptive value. |
2.2 The Endocrine System
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D. Discuss the effect of the endocrine system on behavior.
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2.3 Overview of the Nervous System and the Neuron
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E. Describe the nervous system and its subdivisions and functions.
F. Identify basic processes and systems in the biological bases of behavior, including parts of the neuron. |
2.4 Neural Firing
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G. Identify the basic process of transmission of a signal between neurons.
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2.5 Neurotransmitters and Influence of Drugs on Neural Firing
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H. Discuss the influence of neurotransmitters and drugs on behavior
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2.6 The Brain
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I. Describe the nervous system and its subdivisions and functions in the brain.
J. Identify the contributions of key researchers to the study of the brain.
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2.7 Tools for Examining Brain Structure and Function
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K. Recount historic and contemporary research strategies and technologies that support research. L. Identify the contributions of key researchers to the development of tools for examining the brain.
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2.8 The Adaptable Brain
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M. Discuss the role of neuroplasticity in traumatic brain injury
N. Identify the contributions of key researchers to the study of neuroplasticity O. Describe various states of consciousness and their impact on behavior P. Identify the major psychoactive drug categories and classify specific drugs, including their psychological and physiological effects. Q. Discuss drug dependence, addiction, tolerance, and withdrawal. R. Identify the contributions of major figures in consciousness research. |
2.9 Sleeping and Dreaming
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S. Discuss aspects of sleep and dreaming.
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