What Interests You About Studying Neuroscience Psychology Discussion

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What interests you about studying neuroscience?

What Is Neuroscience Psychology, And What Can It Do For Me?
By: Darby Faubion
Updated December 07, 2021
Medically Reviewed By: Tanya Harell
Many people are familiar with how external factors, such as environment and relationships, affect a person’s behavior and cognitive functions. Have you ever wondered how internal factors, such as the brain and the nervous system, can also impact these things?

The field of medicine is ever-changing and developing. The practice of psychology is certainly no exception. Today, psychologists and medical researchers look at several components when evaluating what affects an individual mentally. While the body and mind were for years considered separate, scientists have come to understand that there are many ways that the structure and functions of the brain relate to specific ways our minds process information.

While psychology is the study of behavior and the mind, neuroscience psychology is a more in-depth study that deals with how biological and chemical processes make the brain and nervous system function. Neuroscience psychology, often called cognitive neuroscience, shows that activity in the brain is intertwined with our behavior and mental processes. Cognitive neuroscience is an interdisciplinary approach that generally utilizes neuroscientific methods and technology to study thoughts and behaviors. Practitioners use neuroimaging to view the brain as it functions, which can lead to a better understanding of the connections between neuroscience and psychology. For example, lesions and other brain abnormalities are often used in research to understand the functions of a healthy brain, and its impact on behavior.

Important information for writing discussion questions and participation

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Your initial discussion post should be a minimum of 200 words and response posts should be a minimum of 150 words. Be advised that I grade based on quality and not necessarily the number of words you post. A minimum of TWO references should be used for your initial post. For your response post, you do not need references as personal experiences would count as response posts. If you however cite anything from the literature for your response post, it is required that you cite your reference. You should include a minimum of THREE references for papers in this course. Please note that references should be no more than 5 years old except recommended as a resource for the class. Furthermore, for each discussion board question, you need ONE initial substantive response and TWO substantive responses to either your classmates or your instructor for a total of THREE responses. There are TWO discussion questions each week, hence, you need a total minimum of SIX discussion posts for each week. I usually post a discussion question each week. You could also respond to these as it would count towards your required SIX discussion posts for the week.

I understand this is a lot of information to cover in 5 weeks, however, the Bible says in Philippians 4:13 that we can do all things through Christ that strengthens us. Even in times like this, we are encouraged by God’s word that we have that ability in us to succeed with His strength. I pray that each and every one of you receives strength for this course and life generally as we navigate through this pandemic that is shaking our world today. Relax and enjoy the course!

Hi Class,

Please read through the following information on writing a Discussion question response and participation posts.

Contact me if you have any questions.

Important information on Writing a Discussion Question

• Your response needs to be a minimum of 150 words (not including your list of references)
• There needs to be at least TWO references with ONE being a peer reviewed professional journal article.
• Include in-text citations in your response
• Do not include quotes—instead summarize and paraphrase the information
• Follow APA-7th edition
• Points will be deducted if the above is not followed

Participation –replies to your classmates or instructor

• A minimum of 6 responses per week, on at least 3 days of the week.
• Each response needs at least ONE reference with citations—best if it is a peer reviewed journal article
• Each response needs to be at least 75 words in length (does not include your list of references)
• Responses need to be substantive by bringing information to the discussion or further enhance the discussion. Responses of “I agree” or “great post” does not count for the word count.
• Follow APA 7th edition
• Points will be deducted if the above is not followed

• Remember to use and follow APA-7th edition for all weekly assignments, discussion questions, and participation points.
• Here are some helpful links
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The human brain is a very complex organ. It controls memory and learning, the senses (hearing, sight, smell, taste, and touch), and

emotions. Additionally, the brain controls other organs, muscles, and vessels. The brain contains billions of nerve cells called neurons that communicate with one another to help the body function normally. Because the nervous system impacts a person’s response to internal and external stimuli, any malfunction or abnormality within the system can have a negative effect on a person’s mental well-being.

The Nervous System and Your Body’s Responses

The central nervous system is one of two major subdivisions of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord, which comprise the body’s main control center. The central nervous system performs fundamental functions that contribute to a person’s life and behavior.

One part of the nervous system, known as the sympathetic nervous system, is responsible for the body’s “fight-or-flight” reaction in response to dangerous or stressful situations. It increases physical arousal levels, raising the heart and breathing rate, and it prepares the body to run away from or confront the dangerous or stressful situation. The parasympathetic nervous system helps to calm the body down again by activating a “rest and digest” response after a stressful event. It helps the body to conserve energy, reduces physical arousal, and slows the heart and respiratory rates. These two systems help to maintain balance within the body.