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Module Reflection 4 Answer Document
1.
Complete the developmental chart below:
Stage of Development
Growth you noted in each
domain
Theory or concept that helps
to explain the development
BIOLOGICAL:
COGNITIVE:
SOCIOEMOTIONAL:
BIOLOGICAL:
COGNITIVE:
SOCIOEMOTIONAL:
2.
Apply one of the BIG QUESTIONS in Developmental Psychology to INTELLIGENCE.
Nature versus Nurture – Is your intelligence more a product of your biology or influence
of environment? Provide evidence and details in your respon
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Brain Activity While Driving a Car
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BRAIN ACTIVITY WHILE DRIVING A CAR
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How different parts of the human brain will be active when driving a car:
Cerebellum
The cerebellum plays the role of interpreting and also reacting to a stimulus when we are
driving. The cerebellum will allow me to maintain balance when driving. It helps in
remembering how to operate the car. It also enables us to coordinate the foot and hand
movements in order to operate the car.
Medulla
The medulla regulates breathing and heartbeat while driving. If an antelope runs by the
car while driving at high speed, the medulla raises the heartbeat and breathing rate. When a
speeding vehicle comes near our car, and it is about to hit it, but it does not, the medulla will
increase our heartbeat and breathing rate. When a police car is behind our car with its sirens on,
the medulla will decrease the heartbeat and breathing rate.
Reticular formation
The reticular formation relays vital information to other parts of our brain. It allows a
driver to be focused on driving irrespective of his surroundings. It helps the driver to be alert and
aware of his surroundings. It also helps the driver to stay awake when driving at night.
Thalamus
The thalamus directs messages to the sensory cortex, and relays replies to the medulla
and cerebellum. While driving, if a person sees a child racing across the road, the thalamus will
make him step on the brakes. When a driver is backing up at the parking lot, the brain’s thalamus
will enable him to make necessary adjustments to the car in such a way that it does not hit other
vehicles. If the driver sees an antelope running across the road, the thalamus will receive a
message from the sensory cortex and transmit it to the medulla and cerebellum.
BRAIN ACTIVITY WHILE DRIVING A CAR
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Hypothalamus
The hypothalamus synthesizes certain neurohormones that inhibit or stimulate the
secretion of pituitary hormones. If we are very tired while driving a car, the hypothalamus can
secrete hormones that will reduce fatigue and enable efficient driving. The hypothalamus will
also help us to adjust the heat in the car so that we may feel comfortable when driving. The
hypothalamus will also tell us to stop and grab a snack if we get hungry while driving a car to
ensure efficient and safe dr...