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Introduction to Psychology

Psychology is introduced as a scientific study of behavior. It also has a mental element. The professional is concerned examination and analysis of behavior. This is done in order to understand, predict, control and explain the behavior of that person. In the chapter, one is also able to learn the various approaches to psychology. This fundamental as it equips the learner with basic skills to pursue the course in-depth. The study provides the learner with a broad range of the various fields of study and practice in psychology. It is extremely vital for the students to have a comprehensive understanding of the ...

Parkinson’s disease was first described by James Parkinson in 1817 as the “shaking palsy”. A person with Parkinson’s disease suffers from continuous shaking tremors while they are at rest, a phenomenon known as “pill rolling” (Jankovic, 2008). There are several public figures that live with Parkinson’s disease including the actor Michael J. Fox, the boxer Muhammad Ali, and former Attorney General Janet Reno. While tremendous research efforts have uncovered many important aspects of this disease, it is still unclear what determines the onset of this disease. The majority of Parkinson disease cases are idiopathic, meaning that there ...

Summary

Over the past few years, there has been a growing interest among neurosurgeons on the potential for therapies that impact on diseases, over and above the movement disorders and pain. One of the biggest targets of this increasing interest has been the nucleus accumbens. It has been studied for long, as an area of the brain that mediates a variety of behaviors, including reward and satisfaction (Salgado & Kaplitt, 2015). With this in mind, the modulation of the biology of the Nucleus Accumbens through either deep brain stimulation or through biological therapies like gene therapy or the transplantation of cells ...

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Human brain has been studied by the researchers for years so that they can find its accurate role in cognitive functions. In this particular endeavor, the case of Phineas Gage holds a significant importance as it offers insight into the cognitive functions of the brain and how they are affected by a traumatic brain injury (TBI). The accident of Phineas Gage has been helpful in uncovering the authentic facts about the cognitive functions of brain, areas that support cognitive functioning and the consequences as a result of the occurrence of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) (Willingham, ...

Consciousness is defined as an inner feeling of selfhood and awareness of external objects. The issue of consciousness is widely discussed and researched. The more humans know about the space and the world around, the more they want to know about themselves. Consciousness as a scientific notion is investigated by philosophers, psychologists, physiatrists, biologists etc.
Last time people start thinking of the fact that they are not the only living creatures, which possess consciousness. Mammals, birds, insects demonstrate behavior that can be evaluated as appearance of consciousness. Rene Descartes thought that animals have no soul therefore they cannot posses ...

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Sleep Deprivation & Cognitive Abilities: Attention
Introduction
Sleep is a state of mind and body in which the sensory organs respond less to external stimuli, the body becomes inactive and a loss of consciousness is experienced, either partial or complete. Sleep is a mechanism that re-energies our body and brain. It is essential to maintain a good physical and mental health. Sleep deprivation is lack of sufficient sleep. In absence of enough sleep, the process of rejuvenation is significantly impacted. It may cause tiredness and lethargy, and render the mind less active. The decrease in activity of mind affects the cognitive system, ...

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Several procedures have been developed to counteract problems of non union bones and bones with delayed healing. Treatments could either be surgical or non-surgical in nature. Both methods have its advantages and disadvantages however; non-surgical treatments are usually done as much as possible. Non-surgical treatments include the use of a small device called bone simulator which delivers ultramagnetic waves when placed over the fractured part to simulate healing.
There are currently several alternatives to choose from if surgical treatment is preferred. A bone graft can be used where new bone cells are provided. This is ...

Abstract

Karen Ann Quinlan is a woman who lived between March 1954 and June 1985. She was born to a single mother of American Irish ancestry. Later, her mom gave her up for adoption to Joseph and Julia Quinlan; a childless couple at the time. (Quinlan, 1978). At age 21 in 1975, however, after moving away from her adopted parents to live with friends; she encountered the unfortunate experience of becoming unconscious, remaining in a coma for almost ten years. From reports she was dieting, had very little to eat within two days of the incident and was taking tonics and valium; besides drinking ...