the brain and psychology Flashcards
brain
organ made up of nerves that processes information and controls behavior
hemisphere
half of the brain (right and left hemispheres )
cerebrum
largest part of the brain where higher process happens (includes cortext)
cortext
the outer layer of the brain
spinal cord
pathway of nerves inside the spine which connects the brain to the rest of the body
brainstream
the part of the brain that connects the spinal cord to the rest of the body
reflexes
actions that are automatic and do not require conscious thought
frontal lobe
the area in the front of the brain responsible for decision making and impulse control
temporal lobe
the area at the top of the brain that plays an important role in perception and sensations of touch
occupational lobe
the area at the back of the brain that controls vision
cerebellum
an area of the brain near the brain stream that controls motor movements
liberalization of function
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