Psychology of Memory and Emotion

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What is the term for the process by which information is gradually transferred from the hippocampus to other parts of the brain for long-term storage?

Emotional expression

Memory consolidation (correct)

Long-term potentiation

Neuroplasticity

Which of the following brain structures is NOT typically associated with language processing?

Striatum (correct)

Hippocampus

Wernicke's area

Broca's area

What is the term for the loss of language ability due to brain damage?

Dysarthria

Apraxia of Speech

Aphasia (correct)

Alexia

Which of the following is a type of non-declarative memory?

Procedural memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the strengthening of synaptic connections between neurons, which is thought to be involved in learning and memory?

Long-term potentiation Signup and view all the answers

Damage to which brain structure can lead to anterograde amnesia?

Hippocampus Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal when answering multiple-choice questions in an exam?

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What is the recommended approach to start with when answering multiple-choice questions?

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What is the benefit of covering the answers and trying to answer the question purely on initial recollection?

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What should you do if you are unsure of the answer to a multiple-choice question?

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What is an important aspect of exam preparation, aside from academic preparation?

Getting a good night's sleep Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to check your QUT student emails regularly, especially if you have exam accommodations?

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What is the primary cause of limited information holding capacity in short-term memory?

Inability to process information thoroughly Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of energy metabolism involves the breakdown of energy storage molecules?

Energy release Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of drug action related to?

Mechanism of action Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consequence of internal brain damage?

Cell death Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a recommended strategy for effective studying?

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What is the primary role of learning in drug tolerance?

Role in relapse prevention Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor influencing how and when we eat?

Factors such as culture and environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of neuroplastic responses to brain damage?

Recovery of brain function Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Non-Declarative Memories

Relevant brain anatomy involves the medial temporal lobe (MTL) and non-MTL structures in learning and memory
MTL amnesia affects memory consolidation
Non-MTL structures, such as the striatum, play roles in learning and memory
Long-term potentiation (LTP) is a cellular basis of learning and memory

Emotion and Stress

Emotions can be approached as discrete (basic) emotions or emerging constructs
Fear and anxiety have neurobiological bases
Brain structures involved in emotion and stress include those related to fear and aggression
Stress affects immunology

Language

Language disorders include aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia of speech, alexia, and agraphia
Classic views of aphasia and psycholinguistics are important in understanding language disorders
The brain represents word meaning in complex ways

Hunger and Eating Behaviour

Eating involves digestion, storage, and release of energy in three phases of energy metabolism
Theories of eating and hunger include various factors that influence food intake
Neurobiological findings relate to feeding and satiety

Drug Use & Addiction

Basic principles of drug action involve routes of administration, mechanisms of action, dependence, tolerance, and withdrawal
Learning plays a role in drug tolerance and relapse
Theories of addiction have neurobiological evidence

Brain Damage & Neuroplasticity

Causes of brain damage include internal and external factors, leading to different types of cell death and consequences
Neurological/neurocognitive disorders result from brain damage
Neuroplastic responses to brain damage enable recovery of brain function after CNS damage

Exam Preparation

General exam tips include starting to study early, reducing anxiety, and engaging in deep level processing of material
Strategies for responding to multiple-choice questions include covering answers, reading questions carefully, and eliminating options

Exam Prep Basics

Important exam prep basics include checking the time and location of the exam, getting a good night's sleep, and checking QUT student emails regularly

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Description

This quiz covers the psychology of memory, including brain anatomy, amnesia, and cellular bases of learning and memory, as well as the concept of emotion. It is designed for students in the Faculty of Health.