Developmental psychology

• What field of psychology helps us understand brain development?

  Biological psychology
• What is the role of the prefrontal cortex?

  Responsible for decision-making and impulse control
• How does the development of the prefrontal cortex explain adolescent behavior?

  It explains risk-taking behaviours in adolescents
• What does brain plasticity in early childhood allow for?

  Rapid learning and adaptation
• What major role do hormonal changes play in development?

  They influence mood and behaviour
• What hormonal shifts occur during puberty?

  Increases in testosterone and estrogen
• How can abnormal hormone levels affect development?

  They can impact emotional regulation and memory
• What is a stress hormone that can affect children?

  Cortisol
• How does biological psychology view genetic inheritance?

  It influences development significantly
• Which psychological disorders have a strong genetic component?

  Autism and ADHD
• What types of studies are used to separate nature from nurture?

  Twin studies and adoption studies
• What role do neurotransmitters play in development?

  They influence behaviour and emotional regulation
• Which neurotransmitter is linked to aggression or depression?

  Serotonin
• What behaviour is dopamine linked to?

  Reward-seeking behaviour
• How does dopamine explain impulsivity in adolescence?

  It is linked to reward-seeking behaviour
• How is biological psychology applied to real-world issues?

  It develops treatments and interventions
• What type of drug therapy is used for depression?

  SSRIs
• How has biological psychology contributed to understanding dementia?

  It has led to memory aids like photo cues