Classical Conditioning

Lately the main focus of our learning as been regarding conditioning. We were told to do an experiment to condition someone of something so i decided to try out my knowledge on the Mrs., aka Emily Dobratz. This past weekend the Green Bay Packers went head to head against the fierce Eagles. I figured this would be a great time to try out my C.C. skills. *Cough* Reach for the remote. My goal was that every time I would cough, Emily would expect me to reach for the remote and maybe even take it into her own hands and hand me the remote after she heard me cough. Unfortunately it took the NS to turn into the CS took much longer than expected but in the end it paid off because now when ever we are watching TV and I would like to use the remote, all i have to do is cough and *BOOM* she hands me the This relates to the Dogs and ringing the bell because its a learned behavior that they normally wouldn't associate with the NS. And it is highly likely that the learned behavior will become extincted over time, meaning she will stop associating handing me the remote with me coughing and when that comes around, it looks like a will have to do it myself. :(

Here Goes Nothing...

This week we talked about moral development, Kohlberg's theory.  His theory has six stages that humans go through.  When we are in stage one we only make choices based on what the consequences will be.  If you were to get in trouble for something you may decide not to do it.  The second stage we tend to things many for ourselves and whether or not what we are doing will give us what we want.  Or we decide whether or not the victim deserves the punishment.  With Stage three we tend to make our decision depending on how others will react.  We will do things even though we may not want to just to make others happy.  When you decide if you want to do something depending on if it is legal or not that is most likely the fourth stage. You try your best to always fallow the rules and breaking the law would just be out of the question.  The final stage is what we are in when we are grown up.  We may know something is wrong but if something good will happen from doing it we tend to take to risk of getting caught if it will help someone. 


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Another Blog Assignment

Learning about all these different brain disorders really opened my eyes to just how different everyone can be.  In elementary school and middle school there was a boy in my classed who was diagnosed with Autism.  He had a more severe case of Autism so he had a very tough time interacting in class. Even though he suffered from Autism he still played soccer and did other active activities.  He was on my soccer team in second grade, we were the purple team i believe.  The coach would tell Jacob, that was the boy's name, to be my shadow and that where ever I went on the field to do the same.  When Jacob would get the ball, every kid on the field would stop so he could kick it.  No one told anyone to do this but i guess everyone just knew that Jacob needed special help and this was one of the ways they could help out.  Jacob no longer goes to hour school because after middle school he went to Syble Hopp.  Last year i volunteered at the Special Olympics at Ashwaubenon High School and saw Jacob there.  He was on the soccer team and seeing him out there just brought me back to those days on the soccer field with him.  Before the Autism presentation i didn't realize there were so many different "levels" of Autism and now i feel i understand what Jacob had to go through a little better now.

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Blog #4

This year during homework i was sick for the whole week.  We never knew what it was that made me sick even after numerous trips to the doctor.  In the time span of one week i visited the ER twice.  The first time was because i had a fever of 104.5, if you didn't know that is extremely high.  Before going to the ER my mom woke me up because when she felt my head I was dangerously warm.  She asked me simple questions like my name and what day it was.  I knew my name but when asked if i knew what day it was I was stumped.  My answer was that I didn't know and i could figure it out but trying would take far to long.  I don't remember much of that conversation, ha no shocker there.  That was a rough week for my arms because I had a total of 5 either IV's or just blood samples taken, terrible time.  The second trip to the ER was for a really bad headache.  I also had a fever but it wasn't as bad as before.  Once there and laying on the bed I was freezing.  I asked for a blanket and was very pleased when the nurse brought me one.  After she put in my IV and took my temperature, realizing a had a fever, she took my blanket away with out even saying a word.  I was heart broken.  It was extremely busy that day at the ER so i ended up waiting there for hours.  The fallowing week, once i started to feel better, I went in for a CAT scan, such a weird experience.  The ink that they put into my body made me feel like I was peeing my pants.  As i laid there the nurse enter and began wiping my arm because she told me that she didn't something wrong with the IV and my arm way covered in blood.  Sweet, just what i wanted to hear!  Everything came out clean which was good but also bad because it meant they didn't know what i had.  The final test was a blood test to see if i had a tick born virus.  I figured it was just a waste of time but her why not.  About a month later we got a letter from the village telling us that i in fact do have a tick born virus in my system.  Ever sense that first week where i got sick I have continued to be sick.  I finished my antibiotics so i figured i was over it, but sadly i feel sick right now. :( well that seems like enough about me and my sickness.  Talk to you fellers later.

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Brain Story

I was nervous because i hadn't gotten much sleep due to fact that my sleep cycle has been all screwed up. (hypothalamus) All I wanted to do was sleep because I was so tired. (reticular formation) It didn't help that as I looked down the starting line all I could see (occipital lobe) were the other athletes in the same position as me. As the time before the race decreased I could feel my heart trying to break out of my chest and run away. 


Due to my nervousness my breathing quickened. (medulla) As the gun went off I kicked off with my right leg (left hemisphere) followed by my left. (right hemisphere) I was doing great right up until the first hill where I could really feel my legs push me 
upward. (cerebellum) It was a hot and humid day so it was no wonder that at mile one I became extremely parched. (hypothalamus) I wanted to slow down after the first mile but i remembered (hippocampus) Cal telling us not to slow down in the second mile because so many people do so we need to keep our pace steady. As I was approaching mile two Dusty passed me, but I would not allow that. I surged and caught him (amygdala) 

because there was no way I was about to let him beat me. As we rounded the basketball courts I noticed that the path through the trees changed but that didn't throw me off, I just kept right on with my race. (Autonomic Nervous System) The path was narrow through the woods so as I entered I pushed Dusty to the side. (Somatic Nervous System) I'm not normaly a very aggressive person but I knew if I didn't push him away he would have done the same to me so I had to go against my normal personality. (Frontal Lobe) Cal was standing right outside the woods but I didn't even notice him because I was only focused on finishing this last mile as fast as I could. (Parietal Lobe) As I was nearing the finish I couldn't help but look around as all my teammates cheered me on. (Central Nervous System) After my race I was no longer nervous and was so happy I could feel my spirits lifting. (Pon)

Psychology

Have you ever been in a situation where you just aren't sure what you should do? half of you wants to just go off and have have, "I mean who cares if you get in trouble," it says. The other have, on the other hand, is telling you to really think about your actions, "is this really something you need to do? Are you willing to live with the consequences if it doesn't go as planned?" your other half may say. depending on which side you listen to will depend on whether you chose the Id or the Superego. You have three different parts of your brain, according to Sigmund Freud, your Id, Superego, and your Ego. Your Id is the "devil" part telling you to just do what ever you want when you want to regardless of the out come or sacrifices it will lead to down the road. Your Superego is the "angel" telling you that you should always do the right thing and really should never take chances. Your Ego is the middle ground, the best of both worlds. The Ego lets you do what's fun but makes sure it's not going to come back and bite your in the tushy. Here's a link to the Eminem song Guilty Conscience which i find is a great example of this. Video

I know everyone has been in a pickle, trying to decide what they should do. There have been times where I need to decide what would be the best action for me. I like to do what's right but I also like to break free sometimes and have fun. This is when my Ego comes into play. I need to find a common ground between the two so I can have fun but still be safe and fallow the rules. As long as you don't just listen to one part of your brain and almost listen to both equally you should be just dandy. Thanks for listening and like always feel free to post a response.
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Blogging Assignment #1

When talking about myself three words come to mind, Maxwell Robert Gerrior; that's me. I'd say i keep things pretty laid back. I really enjoy making people laugh like my friend Peanut Butter. One thing that must people are surprised at is that when it comes to standing in front of a large group of people i freeze up and get nervous. People are shocked at this revelation because I'm such an out going person and usually am all for chiming in, but for some reason standing in the front of a classroom with every one's eyes on me just freaks me out. If i am safely seated at my desk and everyone is listening or looking at me I am fine but just being up front is too much to handle sometimes. One fun fact about me is that I was named after Abraham Lincoln; you know that tall guy. (is you have a question about this feel free to comment) I am currently living in the 920, HALLA, and can be seen cruisen in my '92 Toyota P.O.S. My whip's name is Tammy and has been with my family almost as long as i have been. She may not have a never nice bass but I still get that baby bumpin. I'm also a very social person and am usually found with one of my many friends, not to toot my own horn or anything. I am a avid XC and distance track runner. I am currently under the control of The Great Cal Kromm. This year my Track goal is to run a sub 5 min mile. I know that if I run all winter I will get my goal and maybe even get some pecs; you know, for the ladies. To tell you the truth i really don't much about Psych but have heard great things about this class and already knew Mrs. Dubz. I hope to gain enough knowledge to help me succeed in not only this class but for the rest of my life. Now the announcements are on, so I'll talk to you bloggers later.

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