18 Questions
What is the definition of 'traits' based on the text?
Genetically determined characteristics or conditions
How does high levels of Testosterone affect behavior according to the text?
It is associated with increased aggression
Which neurotransmitter is known as the 'Happy Hormone' in the text?
Dopamine
What role does Oxytocin play in behavior according to the text?
Affects libido, muscle contraction, and social recognition
What happens when an individual has lower counts of Serotonin according to the text?
Development of depression
How does GABA impact the nervous system based on the text?
Slows down nerve impulses causing muscle relaxation
What is the main focus of behavioral genetics?
Examining the role of genetics and environment on behavior
Which statement best describes the relationship between genes and behavior according to evolutionary psychologists?
Genes provide blueprints for psychological mechanisms
What is a common misconception about genetic influence on behavior?
Genes dictate how an individual can use them to his advantage
How does the immune system relate to behavioral genetics?
It plays a role in protecting the organism from microbial invasion
In the context of behavioral genetics, what is the significance of practical adaptation?
It relates to traits that enhance survival and reproductive success
Which term best describes the study of how both genetics and environmental factors influence behavior?
Behavioral genetics
What is the main focus of evolutionary psychology?
Studying the adaptation and response of humans to environmental stimuli
Which of the following is an essential metatheoretical assumption in evolutionary psychology?
Natural selection
According to Darwin's theory, how do living species arrive at their current biological form?
Via a historical process involving random inheritable changes
What is the process through which populations of living organisms initially learn to adapt and change structurally and functionally?
Natural selection
What term is used for the characteristics or traits produced by natural selection?
Adaptation traits
What function does a metatheory serve in research and observation?
Guides researchers and provides criteria for recognizing significant observations
Test your knowledge on the effects of biology on psychology and behavior, including traits and characteristics influenced by genetics. Explore the association between hormones like testosterone and aggression, as well as the role of neurotransmitters like dopamine in regulating emotions. Ideal for psychology students studying physiological psychology.
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