Course textbook:  Pinel, J. (2014).  Biopsychology (9th edition). Pearson Publishing.
 Answer each question in a minimum of two substantive paragraphs totaling 300 words, completely and fully for full credit. Source credits and the required Reference list attached at the end of each answer do no count toward its word length.  Answers are to be based on the course textbook and outside academic sources (excluding other course textbooks, encyclopedias such as Encarte and Wikipedia, About.com and Ask.com type websites that synthesize source information for users, magazines, news websites, blogs, etc.).
1.  Describe the recent finds on the “Nature-Nurture Controversy.” How do evolutionary theory (evolutionary biology and evolutionary psychology) and the study of genetics fit in to this discussion? What are the implications for the biopsychologist? And finally, is there a controversy at all?
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2.  Describe the process of action potential conduction and neurotransmission from one neuron to another, both electrically (including saltatory conduction) and chemically. Describe how a cell fires an action potential and be sure to address which structures are involved in neurotransmission. Discuss reuptake and enzymatic degradation (breakdown) in the context of the appropriate neurotransmitters.
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3.  Trace in detail the structure and function of the visual system from the physical stimuli (light waves), to the structure of the eye and through the corresponding brain structures until it is processed as visual information. You will need to compare photoreceptors in darkness to photoreceptors receiving light and describe how light energy is transduced into neural signals. Describe how the trichromatic and opponent-process theory explain how light of different wavelengths is converted into color information.
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4. Discuss some of the methodological approaches that can be used to examine the influence of multiple genes on behavior. Then discuss what transgenic animals are and how they are produced.
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5. What is the medial forebrain bundle? Discuss the evidence for and against its involvement in reward. In addition, review the evidence showing that the brain’s dopamine pathways are critically involved in pleasure and reward.
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6.  What is the monoamine theory of depression? What evidence supports this hypothesis as a cause of affective disorder? It generally takes 2-3 weeks of chronic treatment before an antidepressant begins to have a clinical benefit, yet the drug’s pharmacological effect (for example, its inhibition of MOA, or reuptake) is immediate. What synaptic mechanisms may underlie this time lag?
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7.  Critically evaluate the roles of the lateral hypothalamus and ventromedial hypothalamus in hunger and satiety. What other brain sites are known to be involved in eating behavior? How can this be explained in terms of a homeostatic model? What evidence shows that non- homeostatic mechanisms also contribute to feeding?
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8.  Describe the brain structures and anatomical pathways that make up the extrapyramidal and pyramidal motor systems. What are the main functions of these two systems? What regions in the cerebral cortex are known to be involved in movement? How do these areas contribute to the production of motor behavior?
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9.  How is the brain capable of “seeing” a spectrum of fine color when the eye contains only three different types of color detectors? What evidence supports the existence of dorsal (“where is it?”) and ventral (“what is it?”) visual systems in the cerebral cortex?
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10.  Describe the main structures of the brain stem, the midbrain, and forebrain, including the basal ganglia, the limbic system and the cerebral cortex. What functions and behaviors are these regions known to control?
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The peripheral and central nervous system pathways interact and integrate their functions to create a response to a stimulus. To what extent can the central nervous system be trained to alter the autonomic response? Is further alteration of the autonomic response improbable or undesirable? Why do you believe this is the limit?

OVERVIEW
Write a 3–4-page assessment in which you observe and describe pro- and antisocial behaviors, apply a theory or concept from social psychology to explain these behaviors, and examine the role of media in promoting pro-social behavior.
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
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•   Competency 2: Apply social psychological research and theory to examine social perception, social interaction, and social influence.
•                     Describe pro-social behavior depicted in media.
•                     Describe antisocial behavior depicted in media.
•                     Apply a theory or concept related to social psychology to explain factors that influence behavioral decisions.
•   Competency 3: Analyze social psychological theory and research to explain personal, professional, and social issues.
•                     Examine how media can promote pro-social behavior.
•   Competency 7: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
•                     Write coherently to support a central idea with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics as expected of a psychology professional.
•                     Use APA format and style.
CONTEXT
In the language of social psychology, pro-social behaviors are those that promote the well-being of members of society and society as a whole, such as cooperation, fairness, helping, and forgiveness, while antisocial behavior is behavior that is dismissive or harmful to others. Aggression and violence are part of antisocial behavior; however, antisocial behavior also includes behaviors such as cheating, lying, littering, and stealing (Baumeister & Bushman, 2014).
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Are people more or less likely to receive help when there are a lot of people around versus only one or two people? What are people willing to sacrifice for the good of others? As professionals, if we know the answers to these questions and to others that concern conditions that promote pro-social or antisocial behavior, we can actively and effectively work to promote pro-social choices and minimize antisocial actions.
Reference
Baumeister, R. F., & Bushman, B. J. (2014). Social psychology & human nature (3rd ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.
QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER
To deepen your understanding, you are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them with a fellow learner, a work associate, an interested friend, or a member of the business community.
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•   What do people do in order to make possible the success of their cultural and social groups?
•   Are people more or less likely to receive help when there are a lot of people around versus only one or two people?
What are people willing to sacrifice for the good of others? As professionals, if we know the answers to these questions and to others that concern conditions that promote pro-social or antisocial behavior, we can actively and effectively work to promote pro-social choices and minimize antisocial actions.
RESOURCES
Course Library Guide
A Capella University library guide has been created specifically for your use in this course. You are encouraged to refer to the Introduction to Social Psychology Library Guide to help direct your research.
Internet Resources
Access the following resources by clicking the links provided. Please note that URLs change frequently. Permissions for the following links have been either granted or deemed appropriate for educational use at the time of course publication. Note: To access the videos in Clips for Class, use the link, then scroll to the appropriate video.
•   Cengage Learning. (2014). Clips for Class: Social: Prosocial Behavior: Park goers reaction to interracial couples fighting | Transcript. Retrieved from http://www.clipsforclass.com/social#prosocial.
•   Cengage Learning. (2014). Clips for Class: Social: Social Cognition: Responsibility of strangers | Transcript. Retrieved from http://www.clipsforclass.com/social#cognition
•   Cengage Learning. (2014). Clips for Class: Social: Social Cognition: Availability heuristic | Transcript. Retrieved from http://www.clipsforclass.com/social#cognition
•   Cengage Learning. (2014). Clips for Class: Social: Emotion and Affect: When emotions make better decisions – Antonio Damasio | Transcript. Retrieved from http://www.clipsforclass.com/social#emotion
•   Volkswagen. (2009). The funtheory. Retrieved from http://www.thefuntheory.com
•                     Explore this Web site to view ideas for promoting positive social behavior.
•   WGBH Educational Foundation. (2001). Judgement and decision making. Annenberg Learner. Retrieved from http://www.learner.org/series/discoveringpsychology/02/e02expand.html
Bookstore Resources
The resources listed below are relevant to the topics and assessments in this course and are not required. Unless noted otherwise, these materials are available for purchase from the Capella University Bookstore. When searching the bookstore, be sure to look for the Course ID with the specific –FP (FlexPath) course designation.
•   Baumeister, R. F., & Bushman, B. J. (2014). Social psychology & human nature (3rd ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth. 

Chapters 6, 9, and 10.
ASSESSMENT INSTRUCTIONS
•               Preparation
•                     Locate research articles on the topics of pro-social and antisocial behavior. Find at least two articles to use in this assessment.
•                     Watch the Clips for Class videos linked in the Required Resources. Note: To access the videos in Clips for Class, use the link, then scroll to the appropriate video.
•                     Select one recent advertisement (from television, billboard, or other advertising media) that depicts pro-social behavior and one that depicts antisocial behavior. These will be used as the foundation for this assessment.
•   Instructions
After reviewing the video clips and selecting advertisements, complete your assessment. In your introduction, describe or identify the advertisements you selected. Include the following in your assessment:
•                     Describe the pro-social behaviors you observed in the video clips and the advertisements you selected.
•                     Describe the antisocial behaviors you observed in the video clips and the advertisements you selected.
•                     Apply at least one theory or concept from social psychology to explain the factors (individual and social) that influence a person’s decision to behave pro-socially or antisocially.
•                     Examine how media can play a role in promoting pro-social behavior.
•               Your completed assessment should be 3–4 pages in length, excluding title page and reference page. Be sure you follow APA guidelines for style and format.
Additional Requirements
•                     Include a title page and reference page.
•                     At least two current scholarly or professional resources.
•                     APA format.
•                     Times New Roman font, 12 point.
•                     Double spaced.






Evaluation of a Weight Loss Program
Many Americans believe that they are overweight, by a few pounds to a few hundred pounds. Because of this, weight loss systems are big business. For this assignment, you are to select a weight loss system and evaluate it in terms of the information about the physiology of ingestive behavior covered this module.

Find a website, a brochure, a popular article, or an advertisement about weight control that proposes a mechanism for loss of excess weight.
Document the key proposals in terms of the main claims for success of the program (e.g., restriction of fat and small portions).
Describe the reasons provided for the effectiveness of the program (e.g., a full stomach reduces hunger).
Discuss the physiological components involved in the weight loss program. Clearly express an understanding of the physiology of the process of hunger, satiation, eating, and drinking as relevant for the weight loss method being described (e.g., long periods between meals would be likely to reduce blood sugar levels).
Present a critique of the materials based on the module information on eating and weight regulation.
Evaluate the proposal and suggest whether you would try this weight loss system or recommend it to someone else. Explain why or why not.

For this assignment, you are required to cite only scholarly sources.
Your paper should be double-spaced, in 12 point Times New Roman font, and with normal 1-inch margins; written in APA style; and free of typographical and grammatical errors. It should include a title page and a reference page. The body of the paper should be between 3 and 4 pages.The post kimwoods.9 first appeared on Nursing School Essays.

1.     A key concept in Freudian theory is that depression is anger turned inward.  Do you agree with this notion?  Why or why not?
2.     The family systems perspective is unique and relevant to how families function.  One of the maladaptive consequences of a strong bond between family members is known as enmeshed boundaries.  That is, family members become overly involved with one another’s activities and daily lives.  What are some problems you see with enmeshment in families?
3.     What types of testing instruments do psychologists use to make a diagnosis? Which ones do you think are most effective? Explain why.The post Short Answer No more than 150- 200 words for each question first appeared on Nursing School Essays.