Cognitive neuroscience Flashcards
what is cognitive neuroscience
scientific study of the influence of the brain structures ( neuro) on mental processes (cognitive)
5 scanning techniques
MRI, FRMI, CAT, EEG, PET
why are the scanning techniques useful
- useful in establishing neurological basis eg ocd
-able to describe neurological basis on mental process
what things surround the hippocapus
Para hippocampi gyrus , grey matter cordial region
where is the hippocampus found
found in the limbic system
what did tulvings study prove
ch that identifies the neurological basis of mental process
how d0es ths link to memory
semantic and episodic memory are opposing sides of pre frontal cortex in brain
strength- nature v nurture
cognitive neuroscience demonstrates brain plasticity through life
- supports the role of experience
strength- free will v determinism
demonstrates role of experience in shaping the brain, biology is not destiny
