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Biological Basis of Human Behavior

The document discusses the biological basis of human behavior, focusing on the physiological understanding of behavior and the brain-behavior relationship. It explains the role of neurotransmitters, their effects on mood and disorders, and outlines the functions of the nervous and endocrine systems. Key points include the impact of serotonin and dopamine levels on mental health and the body's response mechanisms through the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

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Biological Basis of Human Behavior

The document discusses the biological basis of human behavior, focusing on the physiological understanding of behavior and the brain-behavior relationship. It explains the role of neurotransmitters, their effects on mood and disorders, and outlines the functions of the nervous and endocrine systems. Key points include the impact of serotonin and dopamine levels on mental health and the body's response mechanisms through the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

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Introduction to

Psychology

Allen Joshua George


Assistant Professor l Psychology
Liberal Arts & Sciences
Business Problem 2

What is the biological basis of human


behaviour?

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Discussion Question I:

How human body function?

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▪ Physiological understanding of behaviour
▪ Understanding the brain- behaviour relationship

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Neurotransmitters
Chemical molecules that
make the synaptic
transmission possible.

Neurotransmitters can be
excitatory or inhibitory.

Excitatory
neurotransmitters will
make the receiving cell to
fire, whereas inhibitory
neurotransmitters will
make the receiving cell to
stop firing.

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Agonist: Chemical
substances that mimic or
enhance the effect of a
neurotransmitter, thereby
increasing or decreasing
the activity of the receptor
cell.

Antagonist: Chemical
substances that block or
reduce the function of a
neurotransmitter.

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Effects of Neurotransmitters

➢Low levels of serotonin results in depression. It can affect


one’s mood, appetite, and sleep.
➢Low levels of dopamine leads to Parkinson’s disease – a
degenerative disorder affecting motor behaviours.
➢Too high levels of dopamine can cause schizophrenia – a
severe psychological disorder affecting one’s perception,
thoughts, and behaviours.
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Nervous System

The complex
network of neurons
that regulates
bodily processes
and is ultimately
responsible for all
aspects of
conscious
experience.
- Baron & Misra, 2018

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Functions of Nervous System
Sympathetic nervous system activates the body for action, increasing flow of blood,
heartrate, and breathing.

Parasympathetic nervous system promotes restoration of energy through slow


heartrate, low blood pressure, and supporting digestive process.

Adrenaline and noradrenaline helps the body to respond in emergency situations.

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Functions of Endocrine System
Pineal gland produces melatonin and controls the circadian rhythm.

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