Psychophysiology

Psychophysiology is a science that studies the interaction of the human psyche and physiology. The term "psychophysiology" was introduced in 1862 by Hermann Fechner.

Psychophysiological research is aimed at understanding the processes of the nervous system and brain, as well as studying their interactions with the human psyche.

One of the main directions of psychophysiology is the study of the mechanisms of operation of neural networks and the processes of signal transmission between neurons, ensuring higher mental functions and conscious behavior. Of particular relevance are also the issues of studying the processes of consciousness, the unconscious, intention (internal motivation), emotional, cognitive, and volitional processes.

Main directions of research in the field of psychophysiology:

- Nervous regulation of mental functions. - Physiological basis of emotions and behavior. - Interhemispheric interaction. - The effect of stress on brain functioning. - Cortical control of autonomic functions.

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