Localisation of Function: Principles And Methods Flashcards
1
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Modern evidence supporting localist view
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F. Brain imaging- activity of one area influences the activity of it’s connected areas
2
Q
What is the localist view (Gall)?
A
Brain composed of specialised areas
3
Q
What is the anti-localist view?
A
Brain is a collection of networks areas are equally responsible for all functions
4
Q
What did Flourens find that supports the Anti-localist view?
A
Lesions in birds brain didn’t cause specific deficits and recovered well regardless of lesion
5
Q
Modern evidence that supports Anti-localist view
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Neuronal properties variables so info processes must be variable
7
Q
Lesions that impair functions can tell us…
A
Info for task that takes place in that area
