Essays about: "gray matter"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 22 essays containing the words gray matter.

1. 1. What happens in the brain during adolescence? : A systematic review of gray and white matter changes during adolescence

   University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

   Author : Ema Milcendeau; Martina Hana; [2023]
   Keywords : Adolescence; brain development; longitudinal studies; gray and white matter changes; SIPN model; triadic model; synaptic pruning; myelination;

   Abstract : During adolescence, the brain undergoes significant reorganization due to myelination and synaptic pruning. These changes are associated with risk-taking behaviors and the development of social relationships. Recent advancements in adolescent brain development can potentially enhance strategies for preventing and treating mental health disorders. READ MORE

3. 2. Gray matter alterations in individuals with PTSD compared to controls : A systematic review

   University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

   Author : Saga Sandkvist Studsare; Arash Arvidsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Post-traumatic stress disorder; PTSD; Voxel-Based Morphometry; gray matter;

   Abstract : This systematic review aims to investigate the alterations in gray matter volume (GMV) observed in the brains of individuals diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) through the Clinical Administered PTSD scale (CAPS) using Voxel-Based Morphometry (VBM) as a method. PTSD is diagnosed when an individual meets all the criteria for PTSD as defined by the DSM, which includes having experienced or witnessed a traumatic event, experiencing intrusive symptoms such as flashbacks or nightmares, avoiding triggers related to the trauma, experiencing negative changes in mood and cognition, and experiencing changes in arousal and reactivity. READ MORE

4. 3. The impact of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors on amygdala activation in patients with panic disorder

   University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

   Author : Anton Kvarnström; [2023]
   Keywords : Panic disorder; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; amygdala; amygdala activation; serotonin;

   Abstract : Panic disorder (PD) is a debilitating anxiety disorder that often reduces the quality of life and some of its symptoms are physical distress and fear. PD is often comorbid with other anxiety disorders and depressive disorders and also cardiovascular and respiratory illnesses. READ MORE

5. 4. The Neural Correlates of Emotional Intelligence : A Systematic Review

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   Author : Anne Agnvall; Reza Unessi; [2023]
   Keywords : emotional intelligence; ability emotional intelligence; strategic emotional intelligence; experiential emotional intelligence; MSCEIT;

   Abstract : Emotional intelligence (EI) lies at the intersection of emotion and cognition and is seen as beneficial to our relationships and well-being. Yet, there is a gap in knowledge regarding the neural correlates of EI. There are three prevailing models defining the psychological construct of EI, the trait model, the ability model, and the mixed model. READ MORE

6. 5. The Evil Inside : A Systematic Review of Structural Differences in Psychopathy

   University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

   Author : Diana Rehn Åstrand; Julia Vedin; [2023]
   Keywords : psychopathy; PCL-R; structural neuroimaging; prefrontal cortex;

   Abstract : The purpose of this systematic review was to characterize further the structural differences in the prefrontal cortex, limbic and paralimbic regions and amygdala alone in psychopaths. Psychopathy is a multifaceted personality disorder characterized by interpersonal and affective traits like lack of empathy, guilt or remorse, shallow affect, and carelessness, as well as behavioral traits such as impulsivity, and poor behavioral control. READ MORE