Assignment: Psychopharmalogical Approach
Central nervous system
1) In 4 or 5 sentences, describe the anatomy of the basic unit of the nervous system, the neuron. Include each part of the neuron and a general overview of electrical impulse conduction, the pathway it travels, and the net result at the termination of the impulse. Be specific and provide examples.
2) Answer the following (listing is acceptable for these questions):
a) What are the major components that make up the subcortical structures?
b) Which component plays a role in learning, memory, and addiction?
c) What are the two key neurotransmitters located in the nigra striatal region of the brain that play a major role in motor control?
3) In 3 or 4 sentences, explain how glia cells function in the central nervous system. Be specific and provide examples.
4) The synapse is an area between two neurons that allows for chemical communication. In 3 or 4 sentences, explain what part of the neurons are communicating with each other and in which direction does this communication occur? Be specific.
5) In 3 to 5 sentences, explain the concept of "neuroplasticity." Be specific and provide examples.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
(1) The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
(2) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
(3) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.