Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Social Neuroscience
Course Code
VPUPK_238
Branch of Science
Psychology; Social Psychology
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Psychology
LQF
Level 7
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Ilona Krone
Structure Unit Manager
Kristīne Mārtinsone
Structural Unit
Department of Health Psychology and Paedagogy
Contacts
Riga, 5 J. Asara Street, vppk@rsu.lv, +37167061587
About Study Course
Objective
To develop knowledge of basic principles of neuroscience and its perspective of development; to acquaint with neuroscience from the cognitive, developmental, social, health and clinical psychology's point of view, as well as to provide a comprehensive understanding of social neuroscience.
Preliminary Knowledge
Anatomy, biological basis of the psyche, neuropsychology, social psychology, applied psychology.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Students describe the subject of neuroscience and its development trends, define and characterise the sub-sector of social neuroscience, using appropriate terminology, recognise the EEG record and identify different brain rhythms.
Skills
1.Students analyse the differences between different neuroscience fields, explain neurobiological origins of emotions and empathy. Students analyse the latest research in social neuroscience, the methods used in research, and are able to critically evaluate their application according to the client/patient's illness and disability. Students interpret the obtained EEG results and event-related cognitive potentials.
Competences
1.Students apply the acquired knowledge and skills for the analysis and presentation of social neuroscience research. The knowledge acquired in social neuroscience and EEG use is applied in learning situations.
Assessment
Individual work
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1. Revision of lecture material independently, reading sources and preparing for the interim test.
2. Passing the tests after video lectures.
3. Analysis of a social situation.
4. Preparing questions for group discussion, based on lecture materials and material read from compulsory literature .
5. Completing the course feedback questionnaire.
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Examination
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1. Preparation of the discussion questions, based on a presentation in Health and Personality Development: Interdisciplinary Approach (15%).
8 - 10 points – a clear discussion question on the topic "Social neuroscience" has been created, the terminology accepted in the field has been used in the development of the question. The question is formulated based on scientific literature and/or lecture material.
4 - 7 points – a discussion question has been created on the topic "Social neuroscience", but the terminology accepted in the field has not been used in the development of the question, or it has been used partially. The question is formulated based on scientific literature and/or lecture material.
1 - 3 points – the discussion question is not created or is created partially, but does not correspond to the terminology accepted in the field.
2. Test on fundamentals of social neuroscience (35%). Please note that the test will take place only in Zoom/on site and the use of study materials and/or artificial intelligence tools is strictly forbidden and will be considered a breach of academic integrity.
3. Analysis of a social situation - written and presentation (50%):
Observe and describe one social situation. 1) To analyze the situation by choosing one specific social neuroscience concept and identifying its neurobiological mechanisms, giving its definition, main authors, assessment methods. 2) Insert the described social situation into one of the artificial intelligence tools (for example, ChatGPT) and ask it to analyze the situation within the framework of the specific concept. 3) make a comparison of your observations and the results of ChatGPT, evaluating: the accuracy of the definition, the characterized neurobiological mechanisms, the authors and the analysis provided. In addition, the artificial intelligence tool and the questions asked to it (prompts) must be specified. The paper must be presented (5 minutes), as well as submitted in written form (up to 3 A4 pages).
8 - 10 points - a clear material, based on scientific literature, characterising the concept, defining it and the neurobiological mechanisms, leading authors and assessment methods is prepared. Principles of grammar and text creation have been observed, the material is uploaded on time.
4 - 7 points - a clear material jas been prepared that includes characterising the concept, defining it and the neurobiological mechanisms, leading authors and assessment method, but it is incomplete and based on popular science sources. The fundamentals of grammar and text creation have been observed or partially observed and the material is uploaded on time. The terminology of the field is not used properly or not used at all.
1 - 3 points - work is missing part of the sections, the proper terminology of the field is not used, scientific sources are not used, as well as grammar and text creation rules are not observed, or the material is not submitted.
According to the RSU Study Reglament I, attendance at all seminaries is compulsory.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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E-Studies platform
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Topics
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Neuroscience and its development.
Introduction, history and applied methods in social neuroscience.
Description
Annotation: The concept of social neuroscience. Different branches of neuroscience - cognitive, affective and social neuroscience.
Research object in social neuroscience.
Development of social neuroscience.
Research methods in social neuroscience.
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
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Auditorium
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Topics
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Social neuroscience –research and practice
Description
Annotation: Use of electroencephalogram (EEG) in neuroscience research.
Use of functional and structural MRI in research.
Obtaining and analysing EEG data.
Topics covered during the class: What methods of objective measures could be used for research in social neuroscience?
How to obtain data with EEG and MRI?
How to analyse EEG and MRI data?
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
Kropotov, J. (2016). Functional neuromarkers for psychiatry: Applications for diagnosis and treatment. Academic Press.
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Video Lecture
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Relationships and interpersonal communication.
Social attraction and isolation.
"Self" perception. Social pain.
Description
Annotation: Relationship and attachment.
Developing relationships.
Love and sexuality.
Loneliness, isolation and social pain.
"Self" perception.
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
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Brain theory. Perception of self and others. Social brain.
Description
Annotation: Social brain and its development.
Self perception.
Social cognition.
Empathy.
Cognitive empathy - theory of mind.
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
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Video Lecture
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Relationships and interpersonal communication.
Social attraction and isolation.
"Self" perception. Social pain.
Description
Annotation: Relationship and attachment.
Developing relationships.
Love and sexuality.
Loneliness, isolation and social pain.
"Self" perception.
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
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Lecture
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Social neuroscience –research and practice
Description
Annotation: Use of electroencephalogram (EEG) in neuroscience research.
Use of functional and structural MRI in research.
Obtaining and analysing EEG data.
Topics covered during the class: What methods of objective measures could be used for research in social neuroscience?
How to obtain data with EEG and MRI?
How to analyse EEG and MRI data?
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
Kropotov, J. (2016). Functional neuromarkers for psychiatry: Applications for diagnosis and treatment. Academic Press.
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Auditorium
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Topics
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Social neuroscience –research and practice
Description
Annotation: Use of electroencephalogram (EEG) in neuroscience research.
Use of functional and structural MRI in research.
Obtaining and analysing EEG data.
Topics covered during the class: What methods of objective measures could be used for research in social neuroscience?
How to obtain data with EEG and MRI?
How to analyse EEG and MRI data?
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
Kropotov, J. (2016). Functional neuromarkers for psychiatry: Applications for diagnosis and treatment. Academic Press.
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Video Lecture
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E-Studies platform
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Topics
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Neurobiology of emotions. Neurobiological origins of emotions. Self-regulation.
Description
Annotation: Affective neuroscience.
Triune brain, Lovheim cube, Differential theory, Affective systems theory.
Neurobiology of emotions.
Ageing and emotions.
Emotions and cognitive processes.
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
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Structure of central nervous system. Developmental neuroscience.
Description
Annotation: The structure of central nervous system.
Neurotransmitters.
Development of brain - from prenatal to ageing brain.
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Social neuroscience –research and practice
Description
Annotation: Use of electroencephalogram (EEG) in neuroscience research.
Use of functional and structural MRI in research.
Obtaining and analysing EEG data.
Topics covered during the class: What methods of objective measures could be used for research in social neuroscience?
How to obtain data with EEG and MRI?
How to analyse EEG and MRI data?
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
Kropotov, J. (2016). Functional neuromarkers for psychiatry: Applications for diagnosis and treatment. Academic Press.
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Class/Seminar
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Social neuroscience –research and practice
Description
Annotation: Use of electroencephalogram (EEG) in neuroscience research.
Use of functional and structural MRI in research.
Obtaining and analysing EEG data.
Topics covered during the class: What methods of objective measures could be used for research in social neuroscience?
How to obtain data with EEG and MRI?
How to analyse EEG and MRI data?
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
Kropotov, J. (2016). Functional neuromarkers for psychiatry: Applications for diagnosis and treatment. Academic Press.
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Social neuroscience –research and practice
Description
Annotation: Use of electroencephalogram (EEG) in neuroscience research.
Use of functional and structural MRI in research.
Obtaining and analysing EEG data.
Topics covered during the class: What methods of objective measures could be used for research in social neuroscience?
How to obtain data with EEG and MRI?
How to analyse EEG and MRI data?
Literature: Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
Kropotov, J. (2016). Functional neuromarkers for psychiatry: Applications for diagnosis and treatment. Academic Press.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Cacioppo, S., & Cacioppo, J. T. (2020). Introduction to social neuroscience. Princeton University Press.
2.
Harmon-Jones, E., & Inzlicht, M. (Eds.). (2016). Social neuroscience: biological approaches to social psychology. Psychology Press.
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Kropotov, J. (2016). Functional Neuromarkers for Psychiatry. Academic Press.
Additional Reading
1.
Blair, R. J. R., & Lee, T. M. (2013). The social cognitive neuroscience of aggression, violence, and psychopathy. Social neuroscience, 8(2), 108-111.
2.
Eglīte, K. (2020). Anatomija. 2. daļa. LU apgāds.
3.
Ickes, W. J., & Decety, J. (2009). The Social Neuroscience of Empathy. Cambridge, Mass: The MIT Press.Littrell J. (2015). Neuroscience for Psychologists and Other Mental Health Professionals: Promoting Well-Being and Treating Mental Illness. Springer Publishing Company, LLC.
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Keysers, C., & Fadiga, L. (2008). The mirror neuron system: new frontiers. Social Neuroscience, 3(3-4), 193-198.
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Müller-Pinzler, L., Krach, S., Krämer, U. M., & Paulus, F. M. (2016). The social neuroscience of interpersonal emotions. Behavioral Neuroscience doi: 10.1007/7854_2016_437
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Reuter-Lorenz, P. A., & Gazzaniga, M. S. (2010). The Cognitive Neuroscience of Mind:A Tribute to Michael S. Gazzaniga. Cambridge, Mass: A Bradford Book.
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Vogeley, K., Bussfeld, P., Newen, A., Herrmann, S., Happé, F., Falkai, P., ... & Zilles, K. (2001). Mind reading: neural mechanisms of theory of mind and self-perspective. Neuroimage, 14(1), 170-181.
8.
Zelazo, P. D., & Paus, T. (2010). Developmental social neuroscience: An introduction. Social neuroscience, 5(5-6), 417-421.
9.
Voita, D. (2015). Bioloģija un uzvedība. No Mārtinsone, K. un Miltuze, A. (red.). Psiholoģija 1. Pamatjautājumi – teorijas un pētījumi. 65 – 105, Rīga, Zvaigzne ABC.
10.
Ochsner, K. N., Kosslyn, S. M. (2014). The Oxford Handbook Of Cognitive Neuroscience. Volume 2: The Cutting Edges. Oxford University Press
Other Information Sources
1.
Frontiers In Human Neuroscience
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Social Neuroscience
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Social Cognitive & Affective Neuroscience
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J. Kropotov (18.04.2018). Functional biomarkers for psychiatry and neurology: defining brain dysfunctions and constructing protocols of neuromodulation. Key note speech.