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Edexcel paper 1: Foundations in psychology

Biological psychology

Edexcel paper 1: Foundations in psychology · Lesson 3 of 5

Lesson 3 of 5

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Unit 4

Edexcel paper 1: Foundations in psychology

5 lessons · 8 h 45 min of study

Social psychology1 h 45 min of study
Cognitive psychology1 h 45 min of study
Biological psychologyReading · 0%
Learning theories1 h 30 min of study
Developmental psychology1 h 45 min of study

This unit is ≈6% of the Psychology, across 5 lessons. Full syllabus

Lesson 3 of 5 · Edexcel paper 1: Foundations in psychology

Biological psychology

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Describe the structure and function of the nervous system and explain how biological communication affects behaviour.
Explain neuronal transmission and synaptic transmission using correct biological and psychological terminology.
Describe and apply knowledge of brain structure and localisation of function to examples of human behaviour and experience.

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Explain the role of neurochemistry and endocrine processes in behaviour where required by the specification.

Evaluate biological explanations of behaviour using evidence from the specified studies and relevant methodological issues.

Interpret diagrams, findings and source material related to biological processes, brain function and behaviour.

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