Study of the Brain, Behaviour, and Mind

This set of flashcards focuses on vocabulary related to the study of the brain, behavior, and mind, as covered in the lecture notes.

Brain Activity Observation

Methods used to measure and observe brain activity during various tasks.

fMRI

Functional magnetic resonance imaging; a non-invasive technique for detecting changes in blood flow and neuronal activation.

TMS

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation; a non-invasive technique that disrupts specific brain activity for a short duration.

Clive Wearing

A patient known for his severe amnesia caused by herpesviral encephalitis, losing ability to form new memories.

Memory

The mental capacity to store and recall information; affected in cases like Clive Wearing.

Aphasia

A language disorder impacting communication, often due to strokes or brain injuries.

Broca's Area

A brain region involved in speech production; damage leads to Broca's aphasia.

Wernicke's Area

A brain region associated with language comprehension; damage leads to Wernicke's aphasia.

Automaticity Theory

The theory stating that reading is an automatic process, interfering with color recognition.

Selective Attention Theory

The theory suggesting that identifying colors requires more attention than reading words.

Happiness Study

An investigation into the psychological aspects related to happiness.

Observation

The act of monitoring actions or behaviors for research purposes.

Food Preference Study

Research into the dietary choices of meerkats based on available food options.

Independent Variable (IV)

The variable manipulated in an experiment, e.g., food type in the meerkat study.

Dependent Variable (DV)

The outcome measured in an experiment, e.g., number of meerkats at each food site.

Neuronal Activation

The process by which neurons become active, often measured through blood flow in fMRI.

Cognitive Process

Mental activities involved in acquiring knowledge and understanding.

Mental Tasks

Activities requiring cognitive effort, often used in brain studies.

Technological Advances in Psychology

New methods developed through technology to study brain and behavior relationships.

Research Methods in Psychology

Various techniques employed by psychologists to investigate the human mind and behavior.

Impact of Brain Damage

The effects that injuries or disorders have on cognitive functions and abilities.