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What is a primary ethical consideration in genetics research?
What is a primary ethical consideration in genetics research?
In the Minnesota Twin Study, what type of twins were involved?
In the Minnesota Twin Study, what type of twins were involved?
What was one method used to protect the confidentiality of participants in the Minnesota Twin Study?
What was one method used to protect the confidentiality of participants in the Minnesota Twin Study?
What kind of assessments did participants in the Minnesota Twin Study undergo?
What kind of assessments did participants in the Minnesota Twin Study undergo?
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Why is confidentiality emphasized in genetics research?
Why is confidentiality emphasized in genetics research?
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What is a key characteristic of laboratory experiments in brain and behaviour studies?
What is a key characteristic of laboratory experiments in brain and behaviour studies?
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What was the primary aim of the study conducted by Draganski et al. (2004)?
What was the primary aim of the study conducted by Draganski et al. (2004)?
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Which procedure was used to assess brain changes in the juggling study?
Which procedure was used to assess brain changes in the juggling study?
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What was one finding from Draganski et al.'s study regarding brain changes?
What was one finding from Draganski et al.'s study regarding brain changes?
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How did Draganski et al. demonstrate the effects of juggling on brain structure?
How did Draganski et al. demonstrate the effects of juggling on brain structure?
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Which method did Draganski et al. not use in their research?
Which method did Draganski et al. not use in their research?
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What does the study by Draganski et al. suggest about the brain's capacity?
What does the study by Draganski et al. suggest about the brain's capacity?
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What element is essential in establishing a cause-and-effect relationship in laboratory experiments?
What element is essential in establishing a cause-and-effect relationship in laboratory experiments?
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What method is commonly used to reduce bias in hormone and pheromone research?
What method is commonly used to reduce bias in hormone and pheromone research?
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In the Kosfeld et al. study, what behavior was examined to determine the effects of oxytocin?
In the Kosfeld et al. study, what behavior was examined to determine the effects of oxytocin?
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What characteristic do monozygotic twins share compared to dizygotic twins?
What characteristic do monozygotic twins share compared to dizygotic twins?
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What finding was observed in the Minnesota Twin Study regarding IQ scores?
What finding was observed in the Minnesota Twin Study regarding IQ scores?
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What ethical issue was particularly challenging in the study of patient H.M.?
What ethical issue was particularly challenging in the study of patient H.M.?
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Which hormone was administered in the De Dreu et al. study to examine its effects on behavior?
Which hormone was administered in the De Dreu et al. study to examine its effects on behavior?
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Why is informed consent crucial in brain research, particularly involving cognitive impairments?
Why is informed consent crucial in brain research, particularly involving cognitive impairments?
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What is a potential consequence of using deception in hormone research?
What is a potential consequence of using deception in hormone research?
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What element of a double-blind experiment helps establish a cause-and-effect link?
What element of a double-blind experiment helps establish a cause-and-effect link?
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What behavior was being measured in the trust game of the Kosfeld et al. study?
What behavior was being measured in the trust game of the Kosfeld et al. study?
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What do twin studies particularly compare to infer genetic influence on behavior?
What do twin studies particularly compare to infer genetic influence on behavior?
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Why is it important to debrief participants after using deception in a study?
Why is it important to debrief participants after using deception in a study?
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What type of participants were included in Bouchard et al.'s Minnesota Twin Study?
What type of participants were included in Bouchard et al.'s Minnesota Twin Study?
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What was the outcome of the study conducted by Kosfeld et al. regarding oxytocin?
What was the outcome of the study conducted by Kosfeld et al. regarding oxytocin?
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Study Notes
Research Methods in Brain and Behavior Studies
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Laboratory Experiments: A research method manipulating an independent variable to measure its effect on a dependent variable in a controlled setting. This allows researchers to establish cause-and-effect relationships, often using neuroimaging techniques.
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Example: Draganski et al. (2004) investigated neuroplasticity by comparing juggling and non-juggling groups. Juggling participants had increased gray matter in visual motion areas after three months of training, which decreased when training stopped. This demonstrates a controlled experiment isolating the effect of a specific skill on brain structure.
Research Methods in Hormone/Pheromone Studies
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Double-Blind Laboratory Experiments: A research method manipulating hormone/pheromone exposure while keeping both participants and researchers unaware of treatment. This minimizes bias and helps determine causal links between hormones and behavior.
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Example: Kosfeld et al. (2005) examined oxytocin's effect on trust. Participants received either oxytocin or a placebo. Those receiving oxytocin were more likely to trust partners with higher amounts in a trust game, demonstrating a causal link between oxytocin and increased trust.
Research Methods in Genetics and Behavior Studies
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Twin Studies (Correlational Approach): Comparing monozygotic (MZ) and dizygotic (DZ) twins to analyze the role of genetics in a trait. Similarities between MZ twins compared to DZ twins suggest a genetic component.
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Example: Bouchard et al.’s (1990) Minnesota Twin Study analyzed intelligence by comparing IQ scores of MZ and DZ twins (reared together and apart). Increased correlation in MZ compared to DZ twins, even in different environments, indicated a significant genetic contribution to intelligence.
Ethical Considerations in Brain and Behavior Studies
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Informed Consent: Ensuring participants understand the study's nature, potential risks, and procedures before voluntarily agreeing to participate. This is crucial in cases involving neuroimaging or medical procedures.
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Example: The study of patient H.M. highlights challenges in obtaining informed consent due to memory deficits. Researchers needed sustained consent verification. This highlights how informed consent becomes extra crucial for those with cognitive impairments.
Ethical Considerations in Hormone/Pheromone Studies
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Deception (Responsible Use): Researchers must carefully consider the use of deception to minimize demand characteristics in participants' responses. Subsequent debriefings are crucial to maintain participant trust.
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Example: De Dreu et al. (2011) study on oxytocin and ethnocentrism used deception. Participants weren't initially informed about the oxytocin or placebo conditions or the exact purposes. Debriefing is paramount to avoiding long-term harm and maintaining trust.
Ethical Considerations in Genetics and Behavior Studies
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Confidentiality and Privacy: Protecting participant's genetic information from misuse or stigmatization. This necessitates secure data storage, code numbers, and restricted access to safeguard privacy.
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Example: The Minnesota Twin Study highlights the importance of confidentiality given the substantial amount of sensitive data collected. Measures like secure storage and code numbers were implemented to respect participant privacy.
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Explore the various research methods used in studying brain and behavior, highlighting laboratory experiments and double-blind designs. Understand the significance of controlled settings in establishing cause-and-effect relationships. This quiz provides insights into neuroplasticity and the influence of hormones on behavior.
