What you’ll learn9 learning objectivesChoose one objective for a focused lesson, or study the complete topic.2.1.1Animal models• Explain the use of animal research in studying human behaviour.• Consider ethical issues when animals are used in psychological research.Syllabus objective2.1.2Biological reductionism• Explain strengths and limitations of reducing behaviour to biological factors.Syllabus objective2.1.3Brain imaging• Explain the use of one or more brain imaging techniques to investigate human behaviour.Syllabus objective2.1.4Chemical messengers• Explain the role of one or more chemical messengers in human behaviour.Syllabus objective2.1.5Diathesis-stress• Explain how environmental factors and genetics interact in human behaviour.Syllabus objective2.1.6Genetic inheritance• Explain the extent to which human behaviour may be inherited.Syllabus objective2.1.7Localization of function• Explain the role of localization of function in behaviour and cognition.Syllabus objective2.1.8Neuroplasticity• Explain neuroplasticity and its role in human behaviour.Syllabus objective2.1.9Neurotransmission• Explain neurotransmission and its influence on human behaviour.Syllabus objective