Textbook: Physiology of Behavior, Chapter 2 and Chapter 4 (pp. 89–101)
2-1 Discussion: The
Brain-Behavior Relationship
The brain consists of an estimated 100 billion neurons. Each neuron can
have thousands of connections to other neurons. Also, there are an
estimated 10 times the number of glial cells (support cells) as there are
neurons. In other words, the brain’s communication system is complex. In
your discussion post, address each of the following questions:
● How is the brain’s complex network of neurons key to the
brain–behavior relationship?
● What is the cellular process of information transfer within the brain?
Discuss.
● What is the process of information transfer between the brain and the
body? Discuss.
● What types of developmental problems could result from childhood
disruption of neural systems? Consider emotional, cognitive, or
physical problems.
When responding to peers, consider the neural communication process in
their post. Can it lead to establishing patterns of behavior? For example, if
the post is about slowed neural communication, how does it affect their
school and home functioning?
To complete this assignment, review the Discussion Rubric.
