PSYC 3140 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Fetus, Existentialism, Classical Conditioning
21 Nov 2016
School
Department
Course
Professor
Document Summary
Model a set of assumptions and concepts that help scientists explain and interpret observations; aka. Synapse the tiny space between the nerve ending of one neuron and the dendrite of another. Neurotransmitter a chemical that, released by one neuron, crosses the synaptic space to be received. Receptor a site on a neuron that receives a neurotransmitter. Hormones the chemicals released by endocrine glands into the bloodstream. Gene chromosome segments that control the characteristics and traits we inherit. Psychotropic medications drugs that primarily affect the brain and reduce many symptoms and. Antianxiety drugs psychotropic drugs that help reduce tension and anxiety; aka minor tranquilizers. Antideoressant drugs psychotropic drugs that improve the moods of people with depression. Antibipolar drugs psychotropic drugs that help stabilize the moods of people suffering from a bipolar. Antipsychotic drugs psychotropic drugs that help correct the confusion, hallucinations, and delusions. Electroconvulsive therapy (ect) a form of biological treatment, used primarily on depressed.
