The Effect of Heredity and Hormones on Human Behavior Lindsey Mason BEH 225 06/22/10 Dr. Christina Gonzalez The Effect of Heredity and Hormones on Human Behavior Heredity and hormones are interrelated when it comes to human behavior. When it comes to heredity‚ one must consider genetics‚ behavior genetics‚ and evolutionary psychology together. They come together to make a complete picture of the effects of heredity on human behavior. This picture is what leads to the development
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reaction. But consciously‚ you are aware of the feelings of being scared which triggers a signal to the amygdala that makes us involuntarily jerk. “In a moment of danger‚ the ANS orders the adrenal glands on top of the kidneys to release epinephrine and norepinephrine. These hormones increase heart rate‚ blood pressure‚ and blood sugar providing
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----------------------- Pituitary Gland (Hypophysis) Located in the hypophyseal fossa of the sella turcica of the sphenoid bone Function of melatonin: Coordinates body activities with sleep-wake cycles Anterior Pituitary (glandular tissues) Adenohypophysis Small cone shaped gland located in the roof of the third ventricle of the brain Pineal Gland Produces amine hormone melatoin Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) or thyrotropin Follicle-stimulating
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Hormones‚ Heredity‚ and Human Behavior July 14‚ 2011 BEH 225 Why do people behave the way they do? What makes us tick? While our environment molds some of who we are‚ much more comes from heredity and hormones. Genes passed on to us from our parents make up heredity‚ and glands throughout the body produce hormones. As generations progress‚ new psychological and behavioral traits are earned and learned. This paper will explain hormones and the endocrine system‚ glands associated with the endocrine
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COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE \ Cognitive Neuroscience •Field of study linking the brain and other aspects of the nervous system to cognitive processing ‚ and ultimately‚ to behavior. Cognitive Neuroscience • Localization of function – refers to the specific areas of the brain that control specific skills or behaviours. • Nervous System – basis for our ability to perceive‚ adapt & interact with the world around us. – receive‚ process‚ and respond Human Brain •Consumes 20% of body’s
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1. Define the signs of adverse reactions- iatrogenic and idiosyncratic reactions *Adverse reactions- any unexpected‚ unintended or excessive response to a medication given at therapeutic dosages (opposed to an overdose) *Latrogenic- an adverse reaction caused by the actions of a prescriber‚ healthcare professional‚ or other specific treatment *Idiosyncratic- an adverse reaction that is abnormal/unexpected to a medication (other than an allergic) that is peculiar to the individual 2. Steps
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Triiodothyronine is T3 and the last one in the thyroid gland is Calcitonin. Next is the parathyroid which only has one hormone which is the Parathyroid hormone (PTH). Adrenal cortex has 2 which is the Cortisol and Aldosterone. Adrenal medulla Norepinephrine and epinephrine. The pancreas has 2 also which are insulin and people who lack that insulin is have diabetes and that is why they have to take insulin because there body don’t make it themselves or don’t have enough of it. The other one is Glucagon.
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1. Etiology refers to A. causes of illness. B. a special kind of disease state. C. healthy behavior. D. stress effects. Answer: A Feedback: Refer to page 4 2. The humoral theory was put to rest by A. the medieval church. B. the rising belief in demonology. C. Freud’s work on conversion hysteria. D. a growing understanding of cellular pathology. Answer: D Feedback: Refer to page 5 3. Glove anesthesia A. is rarely seen today. B. is a response to highly stressful events. C. is the term
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Drugs have been around since the beginning of time and in the past used for a variety of medical and even spiritual properties. Many individuals are able to use substances with no negative consequences‚ but for many it can lead to addiction. Addiction will lead the individuals to have to chronic‚ relapsing‚ and compulsive behavior despite the known negative side effects. There are many substances that can lead to addiction and these substances are broken down into categories (Capuzzi & Stauffer‚
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absence of dopamine the brain produces tremors and decrease mobility of Parkinson’s disease. Acetylcholine : enables muscle action‚ learning and memory. Ex malfunction: with Parkinson ‘s disease ‚ Ach- producing ‚ neurons deteriorate. Norepinephrine : Helps control alertness and arouse . Ex malfunction: under supply can depress mood. Endorphins: Lessen pain and boost mood. Ex malfunction: If fooled w/ artificial opiates ‚ the
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