1. Following is a list of disorders that affect the nervous system.
You will be assigned one of the above disorders. You need to research:
Be prepared to share your findings with the class.
2. Following is a list of technologies that affect the nervous system.
You will be assigned one of the above disorders. You need to research:
Be prepared to share your findings with the class.
When you are finished you will be able to explain in detail at least one disorder AND one technology concerning the nervous system.
- Parkinson's
- Cerebral Palsy
- Meningitis
- Migraines
- Alzheimer's
- Encephalitis
- Epilepsy
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Addictions
- Lou Gehrig's (ALS)
- Strokes
- Dyslexia
You will be assigned one of the above disorders. You need to research:
- Causes
- Symptoms
- Treatment
- Ethical Issues
Be prepared to share your findings with the class.
2. Following is a list of technologies that affect the nervous system.
- anesthetics
- magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- X-rays
- neurosurgery
- stem cells
- CAT Scans
- electromyogram (EMG)
- biopsy
- chlorine gas (biological warefare)
You will be assigned one of the above disorders. You need to research:
- invention history
- details (how if functions)
- effectiveness (benefits and drawbacks)
- ethical issues
Be prepared to share your findings with the class.
When you are finished you will be able to explain in detail at least one disorder AND one technology concerning the nervous system.