Brain structures
the cortex, corpus callsum, and subcortial structure are all apart of this structure...
Forebrain
What are teo functions of the frontal lobe
regulates emotions and controls the limbs
What does dopamine do
Influences movement, learning, attention, and emotion
What is neurogenesis?
What are neurons
A nerve cell; the basic buliding block of the nervous system
The midbrain is incharge of these two senses...
Visual and auditory processing
The temporal lobe is the primary _______ cortex
Auditory
What is an undersupply of of serotonin linked to
Depression
Define interaction
The interplay that occurs when the effect of one factor depends on another factor
dendrites
What are the four structures of the hindbrain
Medulla, pons, reticular formation, and cerebellum
What senses does is the parietal lobe in charge of
Touch, temperature, and body position
What is the function of endorphins
Influence pain and pleasure
Define behavior genetics
The study of relative power and limits of genetics and enviormental influences behavior
What are neurotransmitters
Chemical messagers that cross the synaptic gaps between neurons