The Brain Bully
What is the definition of depression?
An illness that negatively affects the way a person feels, thinks, and acts.
When does REM sleep occur?
About 90 minutes after you fall asleep.
What does it mean to be nonconscious?
Only basic biological functions exist.
What kind of disorder is included with PTSD?
Stress Disorder
What is the definition of psychology?
Psychology is the scientific study of human and animal behavior.
What are the symptoms of depression?
Isolating yourself, anxiety, not partaking in your favorite activities, mood swings, and thoughts of self harm.
What does NREM mean?
non-rapid eye movement
What are the three levels of consciousness?
1. Preconscious
2. Unconscious
3. Nonconscious
What are psychological disorders?
Behavior patterns or mental process that causes severe suffering.
How many different methods of research are there?
Six different types
What are the different types of depression?
1. Clinical depression
2. Bipolar depression
3. Seasonal depression
4. Post-partum depression
5. Atypical Depression
How many hours of REM sleep does an adult need?
About 90 minutes or 20-25%
What is the definition of consciousness?
Awareness of things inside and outside of ourselves.
Disorders such as depression and anxiety cause?
Emotional discomfort
What is the difference between nature and nurture?
Nature is what we inherit while nurture is based on your environment and how you are raised.
How do doctors determine whether or not you have depression?
A physical exam or lab tests
REM sleep is important for...? Hint (One word starts with L and one with M)
Learning and memory
What does it mean to have an altered state of consciousness?
You sense a self change
Dissociative Amnesia is?
Sudden loss of memory
What are the four things we discussed with ethics?
1. All records are kept confidential
2. Participants have the right to not participate
3. Researchers must be open and honest
4. Inform of and remove risks
What are different mental illnesses connected to depression?
1. Anxiety
2. Bipolar 1 and 2
3. Self Harm
4. Social Phobia
What are the five stages of sleep?
Awake, N1, N2, N3, REM
What are the three altered states of consciousness?
1. Meditation
2. Hypnosis
3. Sleep
What is a widely used system to classify disorders?
DSM
What part of the brain controls balance and coordination?
The cerebellum