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Cultural Perceptions Of Traumatic Brain Injury And Rehabilitation In Minorities, Lyanna Díaz
Cultural Perceptions Of Traumatic Brain Injury And Rehabilitation In Minorities, Lyanna Díaz
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
A person's culture can greatly affect the way they perceive illnesses, doctor-patient interactions, and rehabilitation. Factors include family, religion, and values. A lack of cultural competency training in the health professions may be detrimental to the recovery process of minorities. This phenomenon is examined in depth as it relates to Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).
The Treatment Of Mental Disorders Through Medication, Jessica Jaynes
The Treatment Of Mental Disorders Through Medication, Jessica Jaynes
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Diagnosis plays a huge role in the successful treatment of mental disorders. Subtle differences in symptoms can lead to different diagnoses, and therefore different prescribed medications. The neurological causes of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD are examined; as well as the mechanisms of the drugs commonly used to treat them.
Multiple Sclerosis, Physical Therapy, And Quality Of Life Insights, Claire Simon
Multiple Sclerosis, Physical Therapy, And Quality Of Life Insights, Claire Simon
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive and irreversible neurological disease. Current medications and therapies only help alleviate symptoms, but physical therapy (PT) can be a promising treatment option for MS patients to increase quality of life. Observations of on-site PT sessions at the University of Puget Sound and interviews with MS patients provide further evidence for the unique benefits of PT for treating disease and improving quality of life.
The Temporal Relationship Between Daily Stress And Delayed Modulation Of Chronic Headache Pain, Chelsea Clark
The Temporal Relationship Between Daily Stress And Delayed Modulation Of Chronic Headache Pain, Chelsea Clark
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Headache pain affects a large portion of the population and significantly reduces quality of life. Stress has been implicated as a cause in many headache disorders, and this study investigates how stressful events affect subjects with chronic headache pain. Ten days after a stressful event, there was a significant change in perceived headache pain, though pain increased for some and decreased for others. Stress-related release of the hormone thyroxine may be a mediator for chronic pain states.
Neural Pathways Of Sexual Arousal, Ashley Hall
Neural Pathways Of Sexual Arousal, Ashley Hall
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Recent research in neuroscience and psychology has suggested significant differences in sexual arousal between genders. In this review, the neuroscience evidence for gender differences in sexual arousal is investigated and current psychological theories of human sexuality are compared to current experimental results. Modern research demonstrates females have greater variation in sexual desires and behaviors than males, so new directions are needed in research to fully assess and understand the neural pathways of human sexual arousal.
Integrative Treatment For Children With Cerebral Palsy, Rebecca Palter
Integrative Treatment For Children With Cerebral Palsy, Rebecca Palter
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Cerebral palsy is a highly prevent motor disorder that is well studied but not necessarily well understood. Caused through various damaged neural mechanisms, cerebral palsy has wide spread implications on both physiological and psychological health. Through use of both occupational and constraint-induced therapy, improvements in motor movements can be seen but the issue of psychology well being is not addressed. The author argues for the use of longitudinal studies in order to better understand the impact of various therapeutic methods.
The Svip Study: An Interdisciplinary Approach To Autism Spectrum Disorder, Owen Adams
The Svip Study: An Interdisciplinary Approach To Autism Spectrum Disorder, Owen Adams
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
The influential power of personal experience in fostering interest of a topic is often usual when determining areas of research. Through time spent at the University of Washington Center on Human Development & Disability, the author found an increased interest in both the fields of psychology and neuroscience. More importantly, however, the author realized the value of interdisciplinary, cross lab, and community communication when addressing certain disorders, such as autism.
Hippotherapy As A Tool For Improving Motor Skills, Postural Stability, And Self Confidence In Cerebral Palsy And Multiple Sclerosis, Sarah Long
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Hippotherapy utilizes the three dimensional movement of the horse to improve balance, strength, coordination, and postural symmetry in those with cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, or related neuromuscular disorders. The forward, side-to-side, and rotational movement of the horse provides the rider with different sensory cues to help improve gait. While this therapy is a passive exercise for the patient, the individual must engage the core muscles to sit upright along with making small corrections due to the constant movement of the horse to help with postural stability and strengthening. Ultimately, understanding how affected brain areas lead to symptoms in those with …
Underlying Neural Causes Of Autism Spectrum Disorder, Shelby Mills
Underlying Neural Causes Of Autism Spectrum Disorder, Shelby Mills
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is an expansive disorder that affects aspects of behavior, social relations, communication skills, and more. What autism research lacks is a fundamental understanding of the underlying mechanisms that cause these symptoms. Autism is currently understood to be a behavioral disorder, and therefore it is important to establish the underlying brain functions that cause these deficits. A basic understanding of the neural underpinnings of ASD will allow for future research into more accessible and functional treatments for children with autism, specifically in their ability to functionally communicate. Further, this understanding may help to diagnose and treat ASD …
Characterization Of Foxp Expression In The Embryonic And Neonatal Mouse Brain, Hillary Handler
Characterization Of Foxp Expression In The Embryonic And Neonatal Mouse Brain, Hillary Handler
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Forkhead domain family of transcription factors (Foxp) are important in the control of neural stem cell maintenance and differentiation within the developing spinal cord. The aim of the current study is to identify regions of the mouse brain that express FOXP2, FOXP4, and FOXP1 genes at embryonic and post-natal stages. It is hypothesized that the expression pattern in the brain will be similar to that in the spinal cord. Confocal microscopy was used to visualize fluorescent antibody tags on the target proteins. It was found that the FOXP genes are not progressively expressed in the developing brain as they are …
The Development Of Electroconvulsive Therapy, Deborah J. Sevigny-Resetco
The Development Of Electroconvulsive Therapy, Deborah J. Sevigny-Resetco
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
The current acceptance of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) as a suitable treatment for depression is a result of years of medical and ethical controversy. The treatment faced social, political, and scientific barriers as it developed; however, its effectiveness in treating mental disorders has allowed it to remain in use to this day. This paper will trace the changes electroconvulsive therapy has seen in technology, application, and societal endorsement over the years.
Molly: The Not So Convincing Truth Of Mdma, Alison Cromer
Molly: The Not So Convincing Truth Of Mdma, Alison Cromer
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
This article discusses the schedule classification and effects of MDMA. The potential damage, therapeutic effects and reclassification of MDMA are examined in a new perspective that challenges past notions which lead to it's scheduling as a class one drug.
History Of Phrenology, Selena Aston
History Of Phrenology, Selena Aston
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Though phrenology is no longer considered a valid method of studying the brain, it did raise interesting questions that still help drive neuroscientific research today. This paper outlines the history of phrenology, and the contributions it made to the field of neuroscience.
Schizophrenia: Then And Now, Christina Lee
Schizophrenia: Then And Now, Christina Lee
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
The term "schizophrenia" was introduced over 100 years ago and it is a psychological disorder characterized by a loss of contact with reality as well as a disruption of thought, perception, mood, and movement. Throughout the years, a lot of information has been uncovered but there is still a lot of progress to be made in terms of understanding its etiology and in creating effective treatment options.
The Progression Of A Disease: An Overview Of Schizophrenia, Lucas Stone
The Progression Of A Disease: An Overview Of Schizophrenia, Lucas Stone
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Schizophrenia is a largely undiscovered disease. Researchers haven't discovered a mechanism for effects and they still do not completely know how it affects the brain. The COMT gene as well as the epigenetic regulation of certain glutaminergic and GABAergic neurotransmitters have been proposed as possible causes for Schizophrenia, but like most research of this disease, it is not proven. The treatment for this disease has gotten better, but there still is not one that does not involve altering the natural processes of the brain.
The History Of Schizophrenia: Denotation Or Connotation?, Luisa M. Kennefick
The History Of Schizophrenia: Denotation Or Connotation?, Luisa M. Kennefick
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
A solid definition of schizophrenia has been elusive since the first attempt to define it in the 19th century. This review covers the history of schizophrenia from “dementia praecox” to the current understanding and briefly discusses how the advent of modern genetics can provide a useful tool for the redefinition of schizophrenia, particularly with regards to future research in developing treatments and therapies.
Attempting To Mimic The Brain Synthetically, Aidan Mcdonald
Attempting To Mimic The Brain Synthetically, Aidan Mcdonald
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Though a variety of approaches have attempted to create synthetic intelligence by building computers that mimic some aspect of the brain's function, none of these have succeed, and in my opinion is unlikely to happen in the future.
Presumptions About The Mechanics And Causes Of Headaches And Migraines Over The Last Century: A Historical Perspective, Kimberly Lowell
Presumptions About The Mechanics And Causes Of Headaches And Migraines Over The Last Century: A Historical Perspective, Kimberly Lowell
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
The desire for relief from migraines and headaches motivates investigation of the mechanisms and causes of head pain. Almost a century ago, it was speculated that headaches stemmed from digestive conditions, but with improved techniques for researching the brain, it now seems that migraines are caused by neural dysfunction which makes certain areas of the brain susceptible to pain.
Colorful Noises And Tasty Words: A Historical Examination Of The Phenomenon Of Synesthesia, Joey Gorvetzian
Colorful Noises And Tasty Words: A Historical Examination Of The Phenomenon Of Synesthesia, Joey Gorvetzian
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Synesthetes, or people who experience the phenomenon of synesthesia, have "cross-linked" senses, such that a stimulus in one sense modality may cause a sensation in another. This paper presents a brief history of this interesting phenomenon, from the synesthetic motifs of the Pythagoreans to more recent neurobiological studies elucidating the mechanisms behind how the typically distinct five senses can become inextricably entwined.
Defining Concussion And Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A History Of Confusion And Debate., Brenda Seymour
Defining Concussion And Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A History Of Confusion And Debate., Brenda Seymour
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Although concussions were first described in ancient times by Hippocrates, the definition of concussion and what differentiates it from other head trauma has been debated throughout history. Since the 9th century, doctors such as Rhazes, Berengario da Carpi, and Doctor Read have further refined the definition and diagnosis of concussion, coming to the first neuropathologic descriptions of the term in the 17th century. Today, the debate continues over whether a concussion is defined as a physical blow to the head, or the abnormal symptoms following such trauma. Other terms such as Mild Traumatic Brain Injury have made their way into …
Male Verses Female Brains, Laurel Olfson
Male Verses Female Brains, Laurel Olfson
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Researching what makes brains unique has been studied for generations; the unique differences between the brains of males and females and what causes them has recently begun to surface as a topic to study. This paper addresses the way that the different brain sexes have been handled over the course of history, from religion to the latest findings.
Is Lucid Dreaming Just A Phenomenon Or A Learned Skill, Jordan H. Boldt
Is Lucid Dreaming Just A Phenomenon Or A Learned Skill, Jordan H. Boldt
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Lucid dreaming is a seemingly rare phenomenon in which the dreamer is consciously aware that they are dreaming. This "phenomenon" allows dreamers to change some aspect of their dream, and as studies have progressed, the idea of training yourself to have a lucid dream is prevalent. Through studies and experiments, researchers have discovered not only ways of teaching themselves to induce lucid dreams, but also of the therapeutic values it has.
The Difficulty Of Using A Biological Marker For Alcohol Use: A Recent Historical Overview, David Adler
The Difficulty Of Using A Biological Marker For Alcohol Use: A Recent Historical Overview, David Adler
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
This paper attempts to provide both a historical and more recent perspective of the biological markers of alcohol use. Both state markers and trait markers are examined by their association to alcohol consumption as well as their functionality in their field. A number of biological compounds are considered.
Alzheimer's Disease: A Historical Perspective, Ariana Lim
Alzheimer's Disease: A Historical Perspective, Ariana Lim
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Alzheimer's disease is one of many degenerative diseases affecting the American population today and is one of the most devastating diseases. In the more recent years, Alzheimer's Disease has been researched. However, it was not always a commonly known disease and many aspects of Alzheimer's Disease still remain elusive. Enclosed is a summary of the history and discovery of Alzheimer's disease, what current research shows about it today, what is not known about Alzheimer's disease, and the future of exploring and slowing the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
The History Of Depression In Neuroscience, Morgan Hellyer
The History Of Depression In Neuroscience, Morgan Hellyer
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Depression is a very common illness that has plagued humanity for thousands of years. Throughout the years depression has been explained in a multitude of ways and treated in even more, yet to this day there is no quantifiable cure for depression. The history of depression proves that despite years of research and investigation, a valid cure for depression is still only a passing hope that is simply masked by current treatments that only serve to dull the symptoms.
Current Neuropsychological Understanding Of Consciousness As Influenced By Antecedent Arguments In The Philosophy Of Mind, Jeff Kerr
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
This paper provides a detailed description of the antecedent influences of philosophy on modern neuropsychological conceptions of consciousness. A brief philosophical history of consciousness in the form of several famous arguments is illustrated, which underlie modern understanding of the phenomenon. As a result, modern neuroscientific theories of consciousness are seen as very much a melody of multi-disciplinary historical ideas, which play notable roles in directing neuroscience investigation.
The Neuroscience Of Prions, Stacia Wetter
The Neuroscience Of Prions, Stacia Wetter
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
Prions are becoming a highly researched field of study, with increased prevalence as modern society has meshed with indigenous tribes. This paper inquires into the history of prions, from initial discovery to current understanding, in order to bring light to these relatively new physiological terrors.
On Creative Madness, Sparky Sweedo
On Creative Madness, Sparky Sweedo
Sound Neuroscience: An Undergraduate Neuroscience Journal
There has long been an association between creative talent and some form of what may be called “madness.” Whether through the imagery of the brilliant, mad scientist, or the eccentric artist, there is a present popular attitude in favor of this notion. This association has evolved over the millennia, resulting in a quest over the last century for scientific evidence for the possibility of such a link, and for neuro-physical evidence if such a link exists. Although psychological evidence for such a correlation has historically been difficult to obtain, current knowledge suggests that the neurotransmitter dopamine is responsible for the …