Neurochemical Flashcards
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What does neurochemical theory suggest
That Brian chemistry can be influenced by diet e.g food adatives,
Pollution or hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar associated with diabetes)
What do some studies suggest
That low level of serotonin are linked with higher aggression
What does serotonin do
Regulates signals between neurons and is said to control persons mood
Example of a study associated with neurochemicla
Scerbo and Raine 1993,conducted meta-analysis on 29 studies into anti-social adult and children
What did Scerbo and Raine 1993 find
That low levels of serotonin in all the participants
What was Scerbo and Raines solution
To control serotonin levels through diet including foods like dark chocolate, cheese , nuts and salmon which can help raise serotonin levels levels
What’s another thing that can influence brain chemistry
The abuse of steroids can make Leila become extremely violent this is knowns roid rage
What do steroids do
Increase muscle growth and testosterone level
What’s an example of steroids in use
Williams an American body builder beat a man to death after taking 2,000 times recommendeddosege of steroids