Biological

• What is the biological approach in psychology?

  It explains behavior based on how the brain functions and biological processes.
• How do psychologists view the brain in relation to behavior?

  They divide the brain into different areas and structures that have specific roles.
• What influences the brain's functioning?

  The brain's functioning is influenced by hormones and neurotransmitters.
• What are neurotransmitters?

  They are chemicals that control neural communication between neurons.
• How can drugs alter behavior according to the biological approach?

  Drugs can alter neurotransmitter levels, affecting behavior.
• What role do genes play in the biological approach?

  Genes influence the development and functioning of the human brain.
• Why is evolution important in understanding the biological approach?

  Evolution explains how certain brain features have developed for survival.
• What are the defining features of the biological approach?

  • Assumes humans are biological beings
  • Behavior explained through biology
  • Influences from biological structures, neurochemistry, genetics, and evolution
• What is the endocrine system?

  It is a system of glands that release hormones influencing behavior.
• What is the fight or flight response?

  It is a physiological reaction that prepares the body to either confront or flee from a threat.
• What hormone is released during the fight or flight response?

  Adrenaline is released during the fight or flight response.
• What are the effects of adrenaline on the body?

  It increases blood flow to the brain and muscles while reducing blood flow to digestion.