Neuroscientific

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• NEUROSCIENTIFIC

• Refers to the entire body of knowledge about the Nervous System.

• Central Concept: Phenomena we think of as mind and emotion are explained by biochemical and electrical activity of the brain.

• Includes: 1. Neurotransmitters: main MI related to chemical imbalances. 2. Chemotherapy: related to medications 3. Psycho-surgery: rare, for seizures 4. ECT: Electro-convulsive therapy 5. Brain Stimulation

• OT Theories Related to Neuroscientific A. Sensory Integration Theory - Lorna Jean King Worked w/schizophrenia patients w/vestibular issues B. Cognitive - Allen Psych patients have chemical imbalances C. Sensory Processing - Dunn How people respond/react to environment Neuro threshold Sensory sensitive: Passive response Sensory avoiding Active response