PSYC 3670 Quiz: Study Guide for Chapters 1 & 2

• School: York University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: PSYC 3670
• Professor: Guy Bernard Proulx

Document Summary

Biological psychology is a branch of neuroscience that focuses on the biological bases of behavior. It is closely related to many other neuroscience disciplines. Although humans have wondered about the of behavior for thousands of years, only comparatively recently has a mechanistic view of brain taken hold. control the. Localization of cognitive functions remains a major focus of psychology. With modern imaging technology and a more carefully understanding of cognitive abilities, a detailed view of the the brain is emerging. biological validated organization of. The prevalence of neurological and psychiatric disorders exacts a very high emotional and economic toll. Although genes can have a major impact on brain function, it is clear that experience physically alters the brain, and that genetically identical people will not necessarily suffer from the same brain disorders. Biological psychologists balance three general research perspectives in designing their research: correlation, somatic intervention, behavioral intervention.