PSYC 1000Exam # 2 Study Guide Lectures: 5-9Lecture 5 (September 25)Module 3 Neural and Hormonal SystemsWhat are the building blocks of the mind? Neurons. How do they communicate? Neurotransmitters. What system helps build the mind? Nervous System. What do biological psychologists study? The association between mind, body, and behavior. Know the body structure of a Neuron. When does the cell send the action potential? At the threshold. Know how neurons communicate with one another. Know the roles of neurotransmitters. Know the neurons. Know the endocrine system (hormonal system) and how it works.Lecture 6 (September 30) Module 4 The BrainHow is the brain evaluated, what machines? Structures of the brain and their functions. Lobes of the ceberal cortex. Understand each function of the parts of the brain. A lot of the questions may be on the brain.Lecture 7 (October 2)Will not be on the testLecture 8 (October 7)Module 6: Sleep and DreamsWhat are the different states of consciousness? What regulates sleep-wake cycles? What are the stages of sleep? What functions does sleep serve? Why do we dream? What are the sleeping disorders? What are healthy habits to regulate sleep?Lecture 9 (October 9)Module 8: DrugsDo drugs interfere with our consciousness? How? How does tolerance work? What are symptoms of withdrawal from a drug? Types of dependence. Depressants. Cocaine. Effects of
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