Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU)

Exploring biological psychology by looking at biological components such as hormones, neurons, neurotransmitters, the parasympathetic & sympathetic activation and much more. Also looking at the function and structure of the brain by examining each key section in great detail.

Exploring the various models of mental health in great depth, with reference to theories and frameworks. Information on psychoactive substances and mental health such as abuse, use, misuse and addiction. Also touching on positive psychology and its key concepts.

Exploring the various psychological theories of prejudice including: minimal groups theory, contact hypothesis, social dominance theory, realistic conflict theory and historical representation theory. Also explaining the ladder of prejudice in a clear layout.

Exploring the socioeconomic and holistic model of health as well as the biopsychosocial model of health. Also touches on the psychology of pain and how it can be managed, what psychological treatments are available in order to combat it.

These notes made studying for the exam very easy. All documents are in a table format and include everything you need to know to have a discussion or answer questions on Therapeutic Ultrasound, Cryotherapy, NMES and TENS. I used these notes for an oral exam with my professor but they can be used for any type of exam on electrophysical agents of physiotherapy. I have also included references that I cited during my discussion which you could look up yourself to add to your argument. If you foun...

A colour coded summary of the key points for the end of module exam.

The impact of World War Two on British society was extensive. This essay focuses on the impact the war had predominantly on the status of woman, healthcare, immigration and the economic aspects.

Human physiology - outlining the main concepts of what causes peripheral and central sensitisation and how pain can be modulated by detailing the pain gait theory.

Human anatomy consisting of the back, shoulder, pectoral girdle, elbow, wrist and hand, hip, knee, ankle and foot joints. Focusing on joint capsule, muscles origin, insertion and function, ligaments, nervous system, myotomes, dermatomes.

renal systems, urinary systems, nephrons, renal tubules, renal lobes