Intro to Psych sessions 3-6 Knowledge check

Front

What are the main functions of the central nervous system?

Back

Processing sensory information, coordinating motor functions, and facilitating cognitive functions.

Front

Describe the role of the peripheral nervous system.

Back

The peripheral nervous system connects the central nervous system to the rest of the body, facilitating communication and control.

Front

Identify the three main structures of the brain.

Back

cerebrum, cerebellum, brainstem

Front

What functions are associated with the hindbrain?

Back

Regulation of vital functions, coordination of movement, balance, and motor control.

Front

Explain the role of the midbrain in processing information.

Back

The midbrain processes sensory information and coordinates motor functions.

Front

What is the primary function of the forebrain?

Back

Process complex cognitive functions and integrate sensory information.

Front

What is the role of synapses in neural communication?

Back

Synapses enable neural communication by transmitting signals between neurons through neurotransmitter release.

Front

How does neuropsychology differ from general psychology?

Back

Neuropsychology focuses on the brain-behavior relationship, while general psychology covers a wider range of human behavior and mental processes.

Answer explanation

Neuropsychology specifically examines how brain functions relate to behavior, while general psychology encompasses a broader spectrum of human behavior and mental processes, making the first choice the correct distinction.

Front

Explain the impact of brain injuries on behavior and cognition.

Back

Brain injuries can significantly impair cognitive functions and alter behavior, affecting memory, attention, emotional regulation, and social interactions.

Front

In the human eye, rods are to _________, as cones are to ________.

Back

light/ color

Answer explanation

Rods are photoreceptors that are highly sensitive to light, enabling vision in low-light conditions, while cones are responsible for color vision. Thus, the correct pairing is rods to light and cones to color.