Psych Chs. 10 and 11 Notes
... i. How much is stored is dependent upon the effort in encoding the material. (100 trillion bits or more) ii. Information can be stored for seconds or forever iii. Like a filing cabinet d. Third Memory Process is Retrieval – the process of obtaining information that has been stored in memory i. How q ...
... i. How much is stored is dependent upon the effort in encoding the material. (100 trillion bits or more) ii. Information can be stored for seconds or forever iii. Like a filing cabinet d. Third Memory Process is Retrieval – the process of obtaining information that has been stored in memory i. How q ...
Neuroanatomy
... and allows positively charged ions into the axon. This overwhelming positive charge causes an electrical charge to form (an action potential). At 120 meters per second, the action potential travels to the terminal buttons via the axon. ...
... and allows positively charged ions into the axon. This overwhelming positive charge causes an electrical charge to form (an action potential). At 120 meters per second, the action potential travels to the terminal buttons via the axon. ...
Slide 1
... and allows positively charged ions into the axon. This overwhelming positive charge causes an electrical charge to form (an action potential). At 120 meters per second, the action potential travels to the terminal buttons via the axon. ...
... and allows positively charged ions into the axon. This overwhelming positive charge causes an electrical charge to form (an action potential). At 120 meters per second, the action potential travels to the terminal buttons via the axon. ...
What is working memory? Definitions
... [12] and the other model suggests a domain-general WM processing in the frontal cortex [13,14]. In the first model, two sets of observations have been reported. One has proposed a left/right organization within the prefrontal cortex, with the left hemisphere associated with verbal and the right hemi ...
... [12] and the other model suggests a domain-general WM processing in the frontal cortex [13,14]. In the first model, two sets of observations have been reported. One has proposed a left/right organization within the prefrontal cortex, with the left hemisphere associated with verbal and the right hemi ...
memory
... The working memory theory • Over time, the information processing theory’s concept of short term memory sprung more and more leaks • How do long term memory and short term memory work together? • From these and many other concerns, the concept of working memory began to ...
... The working memory theory • Over time, the information processing theory’s concept of short term memory sprung more and more leaks • How do long term memory and short term memory work together? • From these and many other concerns, the concept of working memory began to ...
CP Herry Nature December 8, 2011 - Host Laboratories / Research
... Anxiety disorders constitute a complex family of pathologies affecting about 10% of adults. Patients suffering from such disorders fear certain situations or objects to exaggerated extents totally out of proportion to the real danger they present. The amygdala, a deep-brain structure, plays a key pa ...
... Anxiety disorders constitute a complex family of pathologies affecting about 10% of adults. Patients suffering from such disorders fear certain situations or objects to exaggerated extents totally out of proportion to the real danger they present. The amygdala, a deep-brain structure, plays a key pa ...
The basics of brain communication
... Neuron: The basic units of the nervous system; cells that receive, integrate, and transmit information in the nervous system. They operate through electrical impulses, communicate with other neurons through chemical signals, and form neural networks. (page 76). Neuron Structure (see Figure 3.5 on pa ...
... Neuron: The basic units of the nervous system; cells that receive, integrate, and transmit information in the nervous system. They operate through electrical impulses, communicate with other neurons through chemical signals, and form neural networks. (page 76). Neuron Structure (see Figure 3.5 on pa ...
1 - UCL
... The group developed a memory test of two parts, learning and recognition. Patients were given a set of 100 previously unseen images, and then patients viewed a set of 100 where 50 were previously unseen and 50 were part of the previous set. During the viewing of the second set, patients decided on a ...
... The group developed a memory test of two parts, learning and recognition. Patients were given a set of 100 previously unseen images, and then patients viewed a set of 100 where 50 were previously unseen and 50 were part of the previous set. During the viewing of the second set, patients decided on a ...
The extended BAM Neural Network Model
... This part introduces the architecture and learning algorithm for the Extended. This model can be used to carry out both auto-associative memory and heteroassociative memory. The BAM model(Kosk0 Model) is a memory consisting of two layers. It uses the forward and backward information flow to produc ...
... This part introduces the architecture and learning algorithm for the Extended. This model can be used to carry out both auto-associative memory and heteroassociative memory. The BAM model(Kosk0 Model) is a memory consisting of two layers. It uses the forward and backward information flow to produc ...
Mind, Brain & Behavior
... Synaptic vesicles containing neurotransmitter open when there is an action potential. Neurotransmitter may enter the adjacent neuron – unused neurotransmitter is reabsorbed (reuptake). ...
... Synaptic vesicles containing neurotransmitter open when there is an action potential. Neurotransmitter may enter the adjacent neuron – unused neurotransmitter is reabsorbed (reuptake). ...
Autonomic Nervous System
... Element of the Nervous System Each nerve is a bundle of neurons (sends electrical messages to the body’s organs and muscles). ...
... Element of the Nervous System Each nerve is a bundle of neurons (sends electrical messages to the body’s organs and muscles). ...
Fellmann et al/Human Geography, 8/e
... however, were also able to detect functional differences between musicians and non-musicians. Collaborative Questions 1. Discuss two different types of nervous systems found in animals. Answer: Almost all animals have a nervous system ranging from very simple to very complex. The simplest type of ne ...
... however, were also able to detect functional differences between musicians and non-musicians. Collaborative Questions 1. Discuss two different types of nervous systems found in animals. Answer: Almost all animals have a nervous system ranging from very simple to very complex. The simplest type of ne ...
Brain Anatomy “Science erases what was previously true.”
... • The anterior cingulate is a neural alarm system that signals when something is wrong or when an autonomic process should get conscious attention. It is particularly active during physical and social pain, probably carrying the emotional component. It also fires when others experience pain (em ...
... • The anterior cingulate is a neural alarm system that signals when something is wrong or when an autonomic process should get conscious attention. It is particularly active during physical and social pain, probably carrying the emotional component. It also fires when others experience pain (em ...
Neuropsychology
... ▫ Uses a large magnet, radio frequencies, and a computer to produce detailed images ▫ Reveals brain structure ...
... ▫ Uses a large magnet, radio frequencies, and a computer to produce detailed images ▫ Reveals brain structure ...
Auditory Aerobics
... much the same way that each filament of a web functions with respect to the others. This means that triggering one neuron can set off a chain reaction that brings up the memory. ...
... much the same way that each filament of a web functions with respect to the others. This means that triggering one neuron can set off a chain reaction that brings up the memory. ...
6 Ways to Boost Brain Power
... games without mentioning the popular theory that they are responsible for increasing real-world violence. A number of studies have reinforced this link. Young men who play a lot of violent video games have brains that are less responsive to graphic images, suggesting that these gamers have become de ...
... games without mentioning the popular theory that they are responsible for increasing real-world violence. A number of studies have reinforced this link. Young men who play a lot of violent video games have brains that are less responsive to graphic images, suggesting that these gamers have become de ...
Outline for cognitive neuroscience Chapter 1 Introduction to Method
... two task(one highly depend on the interested cognitive operation while the other relatively irrelevant to that operation). The performance of experimental group is significantly worse than the control group. But the difference may result from more general factors such as the relative difficulty of t ...
... two task(one highly depend on the interested cognitive operation while the other relatively irrelevant to that operation). The performance of experimental group is significantly worse than the control group. But the difference may result from more general factors such as the relative difficulty of t ...
UNIT XI
... • Axons that do not connect or connect with wrong type of cell dissolve • Nerves will not develop for a blocked eye. • 50% or more of original neurons in parts of cerebral cortex are eliminated. • This is a type of memory. • Plasticity continues to a lesser extent in later life. – E.g. can recover a ...
... • Axons that do not connect or connect with wrong type of cell dissolve • Nerves will not develop for a blocked eye. • 50% or more of original neurons in parts of cerebral cortex are eliminated. • This is a type of memory. • Plasticity continues to a lesser extent in later life. – E.g. can recover a ...
neuron and nervous system
... Nervous System – body’s speedy, electrochemical communication network consisting of nerve cells Central Nervous System (CNS) – brain and spinal cord **Neural networks – interconnected neural cells; more connections made as experience gained Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) – sensory and motor neuron ...
... Nervous System – body’s speedy, electrochemical communication network consisting of nerve cells Central Nervous System (CNS) – brain and spinal cord **Neural networks – interconnected neural cells; more connections made as experience gained Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) – sensory and motor neuron ...
The Nervous System
... Neurotransmitters: chemical messengers that traverse the synaptic gaps between neurons Agonist – mimic neurotransmitters Example: Morphine mimics endorphins Antagonist – block neurotransmitters Example: Poison blocks muscle movement Acetylcholine (Ach) – Enables muscle action, learning, and memory * ...
... Neurotransmitters: chemical messengers that traverse the synaptic gaps between neurons Agonist – mimic neurotransmitters Example: Morphine mimics endorphins Antagonist – block neurotransmitters Example: Poison blocks muscle movement Acetylcholine (Ach) – Enables muscle action, learning, and memory * ...
Nutrition and the Brain
... The brain of a human fetus grows rapidly from the 10th to 18th week of pregnancy, so it is important for the mother to eat nutritious foods during this time. The brain also grows rapidly just before and for about 2 years after birth. Malnutrition during these periods of rapid brain growth may have ...
... The brain of a human fetus grows rapidly from the 10th to 18th week of pregnancy, so it is important for the mother to eat nutritious foods during this time. The brain also grows rapidly just before and for about 2 years after birth. Malnutrition during these periods of rapid brain growth may have ...
Memory & Information Processing
... information into our memory – cannot attend to more than a few things at a time. How long has it been since you seen the movie? – Decay Theory = gradual fading of the physical memory trace (when new memory forms, there is a change in brain structure or chemistry. If unused, normal brain metabolic pr ...
... information into our memory – cannot attend to more than a few things at a time. How long has it been since you seen the movie? – Decay Theory = gradual fading of the physical memory trace (when new memory forms, there is a change in brain structure or chemistry. If unused, normal brain metabolic pr ...
A) working memory B) sensory memory C) perceptual memory D
... B) objects that have greater personal importance will be recalled more effectively then those with little personal relevance C) thinking about the relationships and meanings of a given set of concepts will promote better learning D) rote memorization provides the most effective tool for effective lo ...
... B) objects that have greater personal importance will be recalled more effectively then those with little personal relevance C) thinking about the relationships and meanings of a given set of concepts will promote better learning D) rote memorization provides the most effective tool for effective lo ...
BRAIN
... • Functional: – Sensory (afferent) — transmit impulses toward the CNS – Motor (efferent) — carry impulses away from the CNS – Interneurons (association neurons) — shuttle signals through CNS pathways; Responsible for integrating afferent information and formulating an efferent response to include hi ...
... • Functional: – Sensory (afferent) — transmit impulses toward the CNS – Motor (efferent) — carry impulses away from the CNS – Interneurons (association neurons) — shuttle signals through CNS pathways; Responsible for integrating afferent information and formulating an efferent response to include hi ...