Language Flashcards
1
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Localization of function
A
Different areas of the brain are in charge of specific functions
2
Q
Broca discovered…
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Lateralization of function
3
Q
Lateralization of function
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One hemisphere has functions not shared by the other hemisphere (speech, music, etc)
4
Q
Broca’a Aphasia
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Expressive aphasia; trouble speaking fluently
5
Q
Wernicke discovered…
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Distribution of language function
6
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Distribution of function
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There are multiple sites in the brain that contribute to language
7
Q
Wernicke’s Aphasia
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Receptive aphasia; problems understanding speech when written or spoken
8
Q
Conduction aphasia
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Person can still speak and understand, but have problems repeating speech
9
Q
Gall discovered…
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Localization of Function
