Principles of the biological level of analysis
Biological research methods and ethics
* Discuss how and why particular research methods are used at the biological level of analysis.
* Discuss ethical considerations related to research studies at the biological level of analysis.
* Discuss ethical considerations related to research studies at the biological level of analysis.
Physiology and behaviour: Localization of function
* Explain one study related to localization of function in the brain.
* Examine one interaction between cognition and physiology in terms of behaviour (for example, amnesia). Evaluate two relevant studies.
* Discuss the use of brain imaging technologies (for example, CAT, PET, fMRI) in investigating the relationship between biological factors and behaviour.
* Discuss two effects of the environment on physiological processes.
* Examine one interaction between cognition and physiology in terms of behaviour (for example, amnesia). Evaluate two relevant studies.
* Discuss the use of brain imaging technologies (for example, CAT, PET, fMRI) in investigating the relationship between biological factors and behaviour.
* Discuss two effects of the environment on physiological processes.
Physiology and behavior: Neurotransmitters & Hormones
* Using one or more examples, explain effects of neurotransmission on human behaviour.
* Using one or more examples, explain functions of two hormones in human behaviour.
* Using one or more examples, explain functions of two hormones in human behaviour.
Genetics and behaviour
* With reference to relevant research studies, to what extent does genetic inheritance influence behaviour?
* Discuss ethical considerations in research into genetic influences on behaviour.
* Discuss ethical considerations in research into genetic influences on behaviour.
Evolutionary Psychology
* Examine one evolutionary explanation of behaviour.