4-3 Short Paper: Neuroimaging Techniques PSY 634 Southern New Hampshire University 09:30:56 GMT -05:00 4-3 Short Paper Neuroimaging is a way to see the structure and activity in the brain and nervous system using magnetic quality imaging (Carlson & Burkett, 2017). The different ways to use ne...
Neuroimaging is a way to see the structure and activity in the brain and nervous system
using magnetic quality imaging (Carlson & Burkett, 2017). The different ways to use
neuroimaging include electroencephalography (EEG), positron emission tomography (PET),
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI).
Neuroimaging can be used to view tumors or injuries to the brain and/ or body. Neuroimaging is
helpful at any age. Researches are able to see how the functions of the brain, along with a person
behavior, effect cognitive and emotional functions. (APA, n.d.). Functional MRI is becoming
both popular and more beneficial when it comes to understanding the brain functions of an
infant. Because of the images it gets from the blood flow within the brain, it is used to show
epilepsy, ADHD, and Autism. The scans of the brain in the infancy stage can identify potential
stressors.
If a child is complaining of frequent headaches or shows signs of a concussion, a parent
should contact their doctor for further testing. Children who play sports are more likely to have a
concussion. For children and adolescents, there has been mention of the limit of exposure to
radiation. Because of this, most providers agree that Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) should
be used in place of CT, when appropriate. It is important to understand the role imaging plays
and what the limitations are to ensure accurate results. Some limitations include the child’s age,
mental health, physical abilities, and appropriate test. Scanning a child can be difficult because
they tend to be anxious and find it difficult to sit still. It is also difficult for an infant to
understand that a large machine is not going to hurt them. It is easier to explain to a teenager
what is going to happen, then it is an infant. It is also important to know if the child suffers from
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