Cerebellum

is characterized by variable involuntary movements such as muscular jerks and twitches and is caused by damaged to the basal ganglia. Ataxic CP is the least common type and is characterized by disordered involuntary movement due to damage in the cerebellum. Often these major types of CP are coupled with a characteristic type of dysarthria by the same name (A. Nordberg et. al 2011) Dysarthria is a neuromuscular impairment that results in muscular weakness which affects speech. Not all children…

The most recent 5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual categorizes Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as a pervasive developmental disorder (DSM-5; American Psychiatric Association, 2013.) The term “spectrum” indicates that there are several disorders under the general umbrella of ASD that vary by severity or the amount of support needed. Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome are two disorders on opposite ends of the continuum. Autism is more severe and presents with restricted, repetitive…

within us affect our thinking, emotions and behaviour.” (Russell & Jarvis, 2007: 3) Within the brain there are different areas which control what we do from our emotions to movements, these lobes include, frontal, parietal, temporal, occipital and cerebellum each with their own function. The endocrine system which secretes hormones also has an influence over our behaviour, emotions and thinking as well as affecting the actions of specific organs. There are also neurons within the body which…

in the brain, causing a cutoff of the neurotransmitter. While this helps in areas such as the thalamus and striatum to regulate emotional and motivated behavior and facilitate organized thought in schizophrenics, it also blocks areas such as the cerebellum which involves the fine tuning of motor movement causing undesirable side effects (Mueser and Gingerich 146-148). Other side effects of antipsychotic drugs are drowsiness, dizziness when changing positions, blurred vision, rapid heartbeat,…

understanding of what I mean by the mind-body relationship, I will briefly explain some of the science behind this duo. The brain is made up of different parts that control different functions. When it comes to movement, balance and coordination, the cerebellum controls them all, which is at the back of the brain. The cerebrum is in charge of vision,…

brain responses during extended work and a decrease in left prefrontal brain response when when tasks are raped and happening rapidly. With adults with dyslexia there has also been a lot of data showing that the root of there dyslexia my lie in the cerebellum and that motor sequencing task is elected the…

I grew up in a household where alcohol was always present, and I lived with someone who chose to constantly abuse it. People don’t act like it’s a privilege and more of a right to drink it. Social outings for teens normally include alcohol, simply for the fact of being rebellious. For the duration of this essay I’m going to argue for both sides, and then at the end explain which side I am on. I feel that for this essay and the topic I chose I feel that it’s necessary to see both sides and…

I.The documentary “Alive Inside” is the story of how music impacts people in nursing homes with Dementia. The journey of Dan Cohen, as he tries to bring the joy of music to as many people as he can, is recorded by the talented Michael Rossato-Bennett, who travels with him since the first day they met. Dan goes to different Nursing Homes to try and help elders remember who they once were and become one with themselves again. Patients with severe Dementia are featured and you can see the change…

chemical (Lawton, S. A, 2006, p.52). Marijuana produces a chemical called tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC disrupts the communication between neurons by interfering with receptors, such as cannabinoid receptors which are located in the hippocampus, the cerebellum, the basal ganglia, and the cerebral cortex (Lawton, S. A, 2006, p.53). When the receptors are disrupted, by the use of marijuana, in the hippocampus it causes teens to have tenacious time studying and learning, which can lead to a…

A child having issues in school can be the main factor in ADHD, which can lead to the concern that treatment may be needed. ADHD is a well-known disorder that interferes with the functioning of the brain through the patterns of inattentive and hyper activity. Individuals that are affected by ADHD may often experience problems; lack of attention to instructions, easily distracted, unnecessary talking, and not being able to sit still in their seat. The issues that a child with ADHD may deal with…