Neuroscience, Speech Pathology and Mind-Brain Relationships Flashcards
Cognition Definition
The mental processes involved in remembering and comprehension; includes higher level functions (language, imagine, perception, planning)
Mind Definition
Consciousness + cognition; includes autobiographical memory, personal identity, introspection, control over thoughts
Example of brain-behaviour and mind-brain relationships
Knowing damaged areas/underlying disease can indicate implications for speech, language, communication, swallowing functions
Reciprocal Relationships - Brain-Behaviour
Brain controls behaviour
Behaviour and experience alter the brain (neuroplasticity)
WHO-ICF Definition of Health
Complete physical, mental and social well-being; not just the absence of disease
Purpose of WHO-ICF
Scientific framework identifying consequences of health conditions, describing health/health-related status
Common, standard language; compare across countries, healthcare disciplines, time
Body Functions (WHO ICF)
Physiological functions of body structures
includes psychological functions
Body Structures (WHO ICF)
Anatomy; parts of the body
Impairments - Body Structure and Function
Resulting in significant deviation/loss of function, manifestation of underlying pathology, temporary/permanent, vary in severity and onset
Activities (WHO ICF)
Execution of a task/action by an individual
Restrictions - Activity
Difficulties one might have executing activities
Participation (WHO ICF)
Involvement in a life situation
Restrictions - Participation
Problems getting involved in life situations
Capacity
One’s ability to execute a task/action independent of environment
Performance
What a person does/what happens in their current environment
