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Intelligences

Factors affecting behaviour, emotion and thought

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Explain why physical activity can make one happier. When you exercise, it increases endorphins, dopamine, adrenaline and endocannabinoid -- these are all brain chemicals associated with feeling happy, feeling confident, feeling capable, feeling less anxiety and stress and even less physical pain
What is a depressant? Depressants are psychoactive drugs that slow down the activity of the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord),which reduces a person's alertness, and also slows down functions such as breathing and heart rate.
What is the purpose of neurochemicals in the biological process of human emotion and thought? Neurochemicals (e.g. dopamine, noradrenaline, & serotonin) are important components of the limbic system. The autonomic nervous system, together with the hypothalamus, regulates pulse, blood pressure, breathing, and arousal in response to emotional cues.
Explain the difference between the effects of cannabis and caffeine. Caffeine generally acts as a stimulant, while marijuana can act as either a stimulant or a depressant. In other words, using caffeine tends to energize most people. The effects of marijuana can vary, but many people use it to feel more relaxed.
What are the physiological and psychological effects of stimulants? Euphoria, dehydration, increased confidence, rapid heartbeat, reduced appetite, sexual arousal, mood swings and anxiety.
What are the physiological and psychological effects of depressants? Euphoria, nausea, confidence, vomiting, dependence, mood swings, unconsciousness, coma and death.
What are the physiological and psychological effects of hallucinogens? Short term: nausea, increased heart rate, dizziness, confusion, clumsiness, mood swings, paranoia. Long term: affect social life, mental health as well as physical health.
Give an example of a stimulant. Caffeine, amphetamines, betel nut, cocaine, ice, khat, mephedrone, nicotine.
Give an example of a depressant. Alcohol, cannabis, heroin, ketamine, inhalants, GHB.
Give an example of a hallucinogen. Peyote cactus, magic mushroom, crystals/powder.
What is a stimulant? A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body, making the person feel more awake and energetic.
What are the psychological effects of alcohol? (1) Reduces inhibition and self-consciousness,. (2) Can lead to reduction in clarity of thought, control of behaviour and aggression.
What are the psychological effects of cannabis? (1) Reduces inhibition. (2) Can lead to spontaneous laughter, altered perception of sound and colour, altered memory, confusion and anxiety.
What are the psychological effects of caffeine? (1) Reduces appetite. (2) Increases energy and self-confidence.
What are the psychological effects of amphetamines? (1) Raises mood and increases energy. (2) When effect wears off, headaches and irritability increase and cognitive control and working memory deteriorate.
What is the limbic system? The limbic system is the part of the brain involved in our behavioural and emotional responses, especially when it comes to behaviours we need for survival: feeding, reproduction and caring for our young, and fight or flight responses.
What is a hallucinogen? Hallucinogens affect the brain, producing distortions of the senses, mood and thought. They can be plant-based or chemical-based. Using hallucinogens is commonly referred to as ‘tripping’.
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