Briefly describe one disorder of consciousness

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Question 1

Choose and answer ONE of the following questions:

Option 1: Given what you have learned in our course and using at least one peer-reviewed paper of your choice, what do you think consciousness is and what are some of its most notable neurological correlates? You may focus on just one or two elements of consciousness given the complexity of the construct. For an optional challenge, you may also discuss the unconscious and its neurological correlates.

Option 2: Given what you have learned in our course and using at least one peer-reviewed paper of your choice, what is executive function and what are its most notable neurological correlates? You may focus on just one or two elements of executive function given the complexity of the construct.

For your topic, what might be an example of a practical application of this information?

Question 2

Briefly describe one disorder of consciousness or executive function and explain its possible neurology and treatment methods.

Support your response with at least one credible or peer-reviewed reference.

Question 3

Last, how has your study of biological psychology shaped your general understanding of people or life?

Explain any fundamental realizations, what you find mysterious, or even what was most fun or interesting to learn.

Research Tips

To find articles, likely search terms include "cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience, neurology, behavioral neuroscience, neurobiology, genetics, neurophysiology, neural mechanisms, and other similar terms" of (your topic).

Remember that the neurobiology of any topic MUST include the relevant brain region and circuits.

Optionally and as needed, you can mention the cellular and molecular mechanisms found in those regions including neuron types, neurotransmitters of interest, genetics, epigenetics, and even the effects of toxins, microorganisms, nutrition, or other environmental factors.

Keep your explanations manageable and write them as if you are educating friends, family, or coworkers who have listened to your previous explanations and know a little about basic brain anatomy.

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