Neuron/Neurotransmitter/Brain Series/Brain Topics
Review Sheet
Reminder: Monday 11/23/15, we have a test over the parts/function of neurons, brain video
series, brain parts/functions and special brain topics. It will also have questions regarding the
“Brain Video Series” as well.
You will need to turn in your notes:
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2 outlines: Neuron and Brain,
Drug Chart,
Phineas Gage
Phantom Limb Pain
Lobotomist
Feel free to take your folders home with you to ensure everything is complete!!
Terms:
1. Neuron
2. Axon
3. Dendrite
4. Synapse
5. Cell Body
6. Nucleus
7. Myelin
8. Neurotransmitters
9. Dopamine
10. Hypothalamus
11. Pons
12. Medulla
13. Cerebellum
14. Photographic Memory
15. Thalamus
16. Frontal Lobe
17. Occipital Lobe
18. Amygdala
19. Hippocampus
20. Anterograde Amnesia
21. Retrograde Amnesia
22. Primal Fear
23. Endorphins
24. ESP or 6th Sense
25. Various Drugs and their Physical/Psychological Effects
Questions to Consider:
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Describe how the psychopathic brain differs from that of an average brain.
Explain why Clive Wearing cannot recall any new experiences he has.
Why are neurotransmitters associated with drug use?
In order and using the correct terms, explain how neurons transmit an electrical
impulse.
Essay Topics:
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Explain the injury sustained by Phineas Gage using correct terminology and analyzing
his behavior prior to and after the accident.
2. Discuss the trans-orbital lobotomy procedure. Who created this procedure? Why was it
used? Describe the outcomes for most individuals.
3. Be able to identify major types of drugs (stimulant, depressant, hallucinogen) their
physical and psychological effects, and the withdrawal symptoms associated with
achieving sobriety.
4. Describe the term phantom limb pain. Who does it effect? What is the best theory
regarding the occurrence of phantom limb pain.
Stimulants:
Meth
Cocaine
Nicotine
Caffeine
Ecstasy
Crack
Depressants:
Alcohol
Morphine
Heroin
Painkillers
Hallucinogens:
Mushrooms
PCP
LSD
(Marijuana can be both a depressant and a hallucinogen)