Neuroscience of Clinical Psychiatry Quiz

The study of the brain and nervous system in relation to mental illness and behavior.

The disordered bodily processes that cause a mental illness.

The study of the structure of the nervous system.

The neurons and their connections that form the communication pathways in the nervous system.

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across nerve synapses.

Molecules that receive neurotransmitter signals that can trigger changes in the cell's nucleus.

Study of how genes and environmental factors influence behavior and mental illness.

Study of how hormones interact with brain function, influencing behavior and mood.

The brain's ability to change and adapt over time, even in adulthood, and the impact on behavior.

Study of inflammation and the role in the brain in relation to the brain and behavior.

The communication through electrochemical signals within the nervous system.

A complex experience involving sensory, emotional, and cognitive aspects.

Experiences of enjoyment and satisfaction.

Bodily desire to eat.

Negative emotions that can trigger harmful actions.

Period of rest and recovery for the body.

The brain's role in sexual behavior and responses.

Emotional bonds between individuals.

The mental process of encoding, storing, and retrieving information.

Cognitive ability, encompassing reasoning, learning, and problem-solving skills.

Mental focus on a particular stimulus or task.

Mood disorder characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest.

Mood disorder marked by excessive worry and fear.

Severe mental disorder characterized by distorted thinking, perceptions, and emotions.

Neurodegenerative disorder leading to cognitive decline and memory loss.