Biological Psychology

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Biological Psychology

The Importance of Biological Rhythms: From Circadian Rhythms to Menstrual Cycles and Beyond

biological rhythms internal cycle of biological activity Biological rhythms refer to natural cycles and patterns that occur in living organisms. These rhythms occur on different scales, ranging...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Biological Psychology

Unlocking the Secrets of Wernicke’s Area: The Revolutionary Work of Carl Wernicke in Language Comprehension and Mental Illness

Carl Wernicke Discovered area in left temporal lobe responsible for language comprehension Carl Wernicke was a German neurologist and psychiatrist who lived from 1848-1905. He is best...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Biological Psychology

Understanding Cataplexy and Narcolepsy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Cataplexy lack of muscle tone or muscle weakness, and in some cases complete paralysis of the voluntary muscles Cataplexy is a sudden and temporary loss of muscle...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Biological Psychology

Understanding the Importance of Neuron Cell Body: Structure, Function, and Impacts of Deficits on Neurological Disorders

Cell body The part of a neuron that contains the nucleus; the cell’s life support center (also called “soma”) The cell body, also known as the soma...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Biological Psychology

Understanding and Treating Central Sleep Apnea: Types, Symptoms, and Treatments

central sleep apnea sleep disorder with periods of interrupted breathing due to a disruption in signals sent from the brain that regulate breathing Central sleep apnea is...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Biological Psychology

Unlocking the Power of Circadian Rhythm for Optimal Health and Well-being

circadian rhythm biological rhythm that occurs over approximately 24 hours The circadian rhythm refers to the physical, mental, and behavioral changes that follow a roughly 24-hour cycle...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Biological Psychology

Understanding Codeine: Uses, Risks, and Side Effects for Pain, Coughing, and Diarrhea Treatment

Codeine opiate with relatively low potency often prescribed for minor pain Codeine is an opioid medication that is used to treat pain, coughing, and diarrhea. It works...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Biological Psychology

Enhancing Mental Health through Evidence-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

cognitive behavioral therapy psychotherapy that focuses on cognitive processes and problem behaviors that is sometimes used to treat sleep disorders such as insomnia Cognitive Behavioral Therapy refers...