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{"id":82449,"date":"2023-05-18T02:33:50","date_gmt":"2023-05-18T02:33:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nursingwritersbureau.com\/?p=82449"},"modified":"2023-05-18T02:33:50","modified_gmt":"2023-05-18T02:33:50","slug":"psychology-macqueen-biological-psychology-assessment-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nursingwritersbureau.com\/psychology-macqueen-biological-psychology-assessment-1\/","title":{"rendered":"Psychology MACQUEEN Biological Psychology ASSESSMENT 1"},"content":{"rendered":"OverviewWrite a 2\u20133-page assessment in which you respond to a series of questions about the field of biopsychology and the brain.Biopsychology, also known as behavioral neuroscience, has become a well-established multidisciplinary study that uses complicated techniques to reveal the relationship between brain functions and human behaviors.Show MoreBy successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Competency 1: Use information technology and tools to identify information in the domain of biological psychology.\u00a0\u00e2\u2013\u00aa\u00a0Describe the different regions of the brain and the associated functions.\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u00e2\u2013\u00aa\u00a0Describe the ethical concerns connected to biopsychology research.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Competency 2: Employ critical and creative thinking to evaluate problems, conflicts, and unresolved issues in the study of biological psychology.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u00e2\u2013\u00aa\u00a0Explain the mind-brain problem.\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u00e2\u2013\u00aa\u00a0Describe the origin of biopsychology.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Competency 3: Analyze the research methodology and tools typically associated with the study of biological psychology.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u00e2\u2013\u00aa\u00a0Describe scientific methods used by scientists to study the brain.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Competency 6: Communicate effectively in a variety of formats.\u00e2\u2013\u00aa\u00a0\u00a0Write coherently to support a central idea with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics as expected of a\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8psychology professional.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u00e2\u2013\u00aa\u00a0\u00a0Use APA style and format.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Context\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8As a branch of psychology, contemporary biopsychology studies the relationships between behavior and (mainly) the brain. Before this central hypothesis was established, the popular mind-brain questions raised in history included “What is the mind?” and “Does the mind control the brain or vice-versa?” Numerous scientists, psychologists, philosophers, and other scholars answered these questions differently and developed a variety of theories to explain their rationale.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Show More\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Action Potential\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8The brain is part of the nervous system. A particularly important aspect of the nervous system is how neurons “fire,” or act to transmit information. This process is known as the action potential and is governed by several different factors, including neurotransmitters and electrolytes.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Action potentials are subject to several laws. For instance, according to the all-or-none principle, an action potential occurs at full strength or not at all. This theory has been a foundation of the studies\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8of the brain and the theory is widely applied in today’s medicine as well as the computer world and the robot industry.Nature or Nurture?The relationship between heredity and the environmental influence in shaping behavior has long been the topic of studies. The history of biological psychology development includes the contributions of Descartes, Fritsch, and Hitzig, Helmholtz, Broca, Gall, and Lashley. One of the most exciting scientific discoveries in the twentieth century was our understanding of nucleic acid through the structures and functions of DNA and RNA. The Human Genome Project\u2014a global collaboration of biotechnology\u2014 has greatly advanced our understanding of one of the original questions in biopsychology: Nature or nurture?Questions To ConsiderTo deepen your understanding, you are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them with a fellow learner, a work associate, an interested friend, or a member of the business community.\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0What are your thoughts on the practice of psychology? Should a practicing psychologist fall more into the Monism camp or the Dualism camp? Why? How will one view versus the other impact how a psychologist implements therapy?\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Consider the concept of neurotransmission, and then apply this concept to the following question:\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u00e2\u2013\u00aa\u00a0Do you expect one day to have a “magic drink” with a mixture of chemicals that make a consumer “smarter” or\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8prevent a consumer from neurological or psychological disorders? Why or why not?\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Resources\u00a0Suggested Resources\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8The following optional resources are provided to support you in completing the assessment or to provide a helpful context. For additional resources, refer to the Research Resources and Supplemental Resources in the left navigation menu of your courseroom.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Capella Multimedia\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Click the links provided below to view the following multimedia pieces:\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u2022\u00a0Brain Regions and Functions\u00a0|\u00a0Transcript\u00a0. Show More\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Library Resources\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8The following e-books or articles from the Capella University Library are linked directly in this course:\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Lask, B., & Frampton, I. (Eds.). (2011).\u00a0Eating disorders and the brain\u00a0. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Latzer, Y., Merrick, J., & Stein, D. (Eds.).\u00a0Understanding eating disorders: Integrating culture, psychology\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8and biology\u00a0. Hauppauge, NY: Nova Science Publishers.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Fox, J., & Goss, K. (Eds.). (2012).\u00a0Eating and its disorders\u00a0. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Course Library Guide\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8A Capella University library guide has been created specifically for your use in this course. You are encouraged to refer to the resources in the\u00a0PSYC-FP4310 \u2013 Biological Psychology Library Guide\u00a0to help direct your research.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Bookstore Resources\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8The resources listed below are relevant to the topics and assessments in this course and are not required. Unless noted otherwise, these materials are available for purchase from the\u00a0Capella University Bookstore\u00a0. When searching the bookstore, be sure to look for the Course ID with the specific \u2013FP (FlexPath) course designation.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8\u2022 Garrett, B. (2015). Brain & behavior: An introduction to biological psychology (4th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.\u00a0\u00e2\u2013\u00aa\u00a0Chapter 1, “What is Biopsychology,” the author discusses the origins of biopsychology and genetic influence\u00a0on behavior.Chapter 2, “Communication Within the Nervous System,” the author explains how neurons communicate with each other.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Chapter 3, “The Functions of the Nervous System,” covers the major structures of the nervous system and some of their functions.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8Chapter 4, “The Methods and Ethics of Research,” explores why biopsychology creates ethical concerns.Assessment InstructionsWrite a 2\u20133-page assessment in which you respond to the following questions about biopsychology and the brain. Use the Capella library to research the material and support your answers. The following questions and statements are the required headings for your assessment; do not incorporate the questions into the content of the answers.\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a81.\u00a0What is the origin of biopsychology? Who were some of the first theorists?\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a82.\u00a0The brain is complicated and sometimes difficult to understand. Describe the different regions of the brain and the\u00a0associated functions.3.\u00a0In addition to brain functions, some believe there is aspect known as the mind. What is the mind-brain problem?\u00a0Where do you fall in this debate (monist or dualist)? Justify your answer.4.\u00a0What are some methods that scientist use today to study the brain? What are the benefits of these methods?5.\u00a0What methods of research have been used to gain the knowledge we have today of the brain?6.\u00a0What are some of the ethical concerns in connection with research in biopsychology and the brain in particular?Additional Requirements\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Written Communication: Written communication should be free of errors that detract from the overall message.\u00a0\u00a8\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0APA Formatting: Resources and citations should be formatted according to APA (6th edition) style and formatting.\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Font and Font Size: Times New Roman, 12-point font, and double spaced. Use Microsoft Word to complete the\u00a8assessment.\u00a8\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Length: Write a minimum of 2 pages, excluding the title page and reference page (150\u2013300 words per question).\u00a8The Brain Scoring Guide\u00a0\u00e2\u20ac\u00a8View Scoring Guide\u00a0Use the scoring guide to enhance your learning.\u00a0How to use the scoring guide\u00a8<\/p>\n \n
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