Research
Child abuse is studied primarily by use of ______ studies
Case
A low amount of Serotonin often results in which disorder?
Depression
Define the Difference Threshold (or, Just Noticeable Difference)
The minimum difference between required for detection 50% of the time.
A multiple choice test utilizes _____ (Recall or Recognition)
Recognition- a measure of memory in which the person identifies items previously learned
Explain the Drive-Reduction theory of motivation
physiological needs create an aroused state (a drive) that motivates an organism to satisfy the need
This method of gathering information is inexpensive, you can reach lots of people but it may be unreliable
Surveys
Schizophrenia is generally linked to an oversupply of which neurotransmitter?
Dopamine
Define Sensory Adaptation
Diminished sensitivity as a consequence of constant stimulation
Getting information into our brains is called
Encoding
Moderate arousal (or, stress) leads to optimal performance, according to the Yerkes-Dodson Law. True or False?
True
Observing and recording behavior in naturally occurring situations without trying to manipulate the situation (or, say something close to that!)
An agonist ______ (increases or decreases) a neurotransmitter's action
Increases
Rods detect black, white and gray. What do cones do?
Fine detail and color
What is a mnemonic?
Memory aids, especially techniques that use vivid imagery
Which hormone sends the 'I'm full' message? Ghrelin or Leptin?
Leptin
Define correlation
The degree to which 2 variables are related, and how well one predicts the other
Some axons are encased in a ________ sheath, which enables faster transmission
Myelin
Name the three bones in your middle ear
Hammer, anvil, stirrup
Which part of the brain is most associated with long term memory?
Hippocampus
Explain Achievement Motivation
A desire for significant accomplishment, for mastery of skills, for control, and for attaining a high standard
The most frequently occurring score in a distribution
The mode
_________ are chemical messengers that are manufactured the endocrine glands
Hormones
Define Change Blindness
Failing to notice changes in the environment
The ability to produce new and valuable ideas is referred to as..
Creativity
Your sympathetic nervous system is to arousal as your _________________ is to calming
Parasympathetic