NROSCI 810: Drugs and Behavior

Explore the characteristics of alcohol and its impact on the body in this video. Address common misconceptions about alcohol, including its classification as a stimulant, and learn why it is correctly categorized as a depressant due to its effects on neural activity and body function.

This video explores newborns' reflexes, sensory perceptions, motor skills, and research methods for studying their cognitive development.

Examine the concepts of groupthink and group polarization in group decision-making. Learn how the drive for harmony can overshadow critical thought, and how group discussions can intensify biases. Discover ways to maintain diverse thought and prevent extreme views.

Uncover the mystery behind reversed-color afterimages and how our eyes decode them. Explore the role of cones and the importance of Hering's opponent-process theory. Break down other vision theories and their relevance to our color perception.

This video explores the impact of restored vision, sensory restriction, and perceptual adaptation on perception, highlighting the brain's adaptability and plasticity.

Uncover the marvels of cognitive neural prosthetics and their brain integration. Learn how these advanced brain-computer interfaces can translate user intentions. See their revolutionary role in assisting motor functions.