Biological Psychology - Physiology of Behavior

Part A: Sleep Stages

Your textbook describes the different stages of sleep. Write the following:

Describe slow-wave sleep and REM sleep. Be sure to include
- the brain activity that takes place during these two stages
- what an EEG recording looks like during each of these two stages

Part B: Types of Learning
There are four basic forms of learning:
- perceptual learning
- stimulus-response learning
- motor learning
- relational learning

Write the following:
Describe two of these types of learning. Provide at least two (2) examples for each of these of a situation in which each of these types learning occurs, being sure to cite your sources.

Part C: Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Definition, Cause & Treatment

One of your family members has been experiencing symptoms similar to generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The family member has asked you for help with finding treatment. You decide you want to research the disorder before you offer your help.

Write the following:

Give the definition of GAD and (2) causes and 2) treatment options for GAD.

Part D: Substance Abuse: Role of Reinforcement and Physical Dependence

Your textbook discusses the roles that reinforcement and physical dependence play in substance abuse.

Write the following:

Describe how these processes contribute to the abuse of either alcohol or opiates.