Behavioral Science 1.1 Flashcards
Frank gall
False theory-Believe the areas of the brain for certain traits would expand based on their development
Pierre Florens
Removed parts of the brain to discover that certain parts have specific functions
William James
Studied how different environments adapted parts of the brain-formed the theory of functionalism
John Dewey
Developed the reflex arc and broke the process into different steps
Paul broca
Researched brain damage in specific areas of the brain to determine impairments studying specifically the area of speech the left side area of the brain responsible for speech is now termed the Brocas area
Herman von helm-holts
Measure the speed of a nerve impulse
Sir Charles Sherrington
First developed the theory of synapses