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Mind Over Matter
M.O.M. Teacher's Guide
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Objective
The student will become more familiar with neuroscience concepts and terminology associated with the effects of opiates on the brain.
Activity
Students will solve a crossword puzzle (below) which requires knowledge of the ways in which opiates affect brain anatomy and physiology. The puzzle and solution is included in the guide.
Crossword Puzzle
| Across | Down | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Space between neurons | 1. | Opiates act on the _________ cord and brain |
| 3. | Copy genetic material to produce an identical cell | 2. | Pain reliever produced by brain |
| 5. | Opiates come from this plant | 4. | An opiate receptor |
| 6. | Feeling of euphoria | 6. | Another name for pleasure |
| 9. | Controls breathing and heart rate | 7. | Ventral _________ area |
| 10. | Pleasure neurotransmitter | 8. | Powerful opiate |
| 11. | Pain relief | ||
 Click on puzzle to see answers. |
