Myelinated axon versus in an unmyelinated axon

Reference no: EM13778242

$8 Psychology HW

We have learned a lot about the functioning of the neuron in this chapter. Please explain how the neural signal is conducted differently in a myelinated axon versus in an unmyelinated axon. What implications could the presence or absence of myelin have for our cognitive abilities? Also, Science Daily reported that an artificial functioning synapse has been created. In your opinion, will we ever have complete understanding of the human brain? What human characteristic or ability will indicate that we have created a working, artificial brain

Discussion posts should be at least 400 words

Drug addiction is a serious problem in this country and around the world. Compare the hazards of one legal and one illegal addictive drug. Be sure to discuss issues involved with tolerance, withdrawal symptoms, addiction, and physical dependence for both drugs you selected. What does your comparison suggest? If you could redraft the current legislation related to drug abuse in the light of what you have learned about drug addiction, what changes would you make? Do you think that ALL drugs, including nicotine and alcohol, should be illegal? Now make a reasonable recommendation for improving the ways in which this country deals with the problem of drug addiction. Why is drug addiction such a difficult disease to fight, even when addicts know they have a problem and want to stop using drugs?

Reference no: EM13778242

Questions Cloud

Thinker unique contributions to society : A critique of their ideas: could they have done anything differently? How did their work fit into the existing framework of understanding in their field, and how did it advance further understanding of the field?

What is your definition of collaboration : What is your definition of collaboration? Discuss it's importance in human services. Discuss a situation where collaboration had a positive or negative effect on a desired outcome

What interpersonal skills do you think are necessary : What interpersonal skills do you think are necessary to have when working with your clients? How does the prison environment influence the way you manage a case? What is case management assessment and case management goal setting? Is there a relation..

Analysis of the various programs showing their effectiveness : An analysis of the various programs showing their effectiveness in comparable jurisdictions. A recommendation of a funding strategy for program implementation. Your anticipated outcomes, both short and long term. How does the crime prevention program..

Myelinated axon versus in an unmyelinated axon : We have learned a lot about the functioning of the neuron in this chapter. Please explain how the neural signal is conducted differently in a myelinated axon versus in an unmyelinated axon. What implications could the presence or absence of myelin..

Health care information systems : 1024x768 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Based on your rev..

Discuss some of the challenges you faced : What characteristics do you believe you possess that will have a positive impact on consumer interaction and service delivery? For those veterans in the human services field, discuss some of the challenges you faced when you entered the field and ..

Describe the procedure and process a case manager : Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper in which you describe the procedure and process a case manager should take when completing formal referrals and linking clients to services within the community

User Account

All Pages