The Brain & Phineas Gage Flashcards
1
Q
What was Phineas Gage like before the accident and how does this compare to after the accident?
A
- He was calm and easy to get along with
- After the accident he was rude, erratic and unable to make decisions
2
Q
What are the main lobes of the brain?
A
- Occipital lobe
- Frontal lobe
- Temporal lobe
- Parietal lobe
3
Q
What is the function of the hippocampus?
A
- Seahorse shaped structures that is responsible for learning and memory
4
Q
What is the function of the amygdala?
A
- Almond shaped structure that reacts to stress and emotional arousal
- Modulates emotional memories
5
Q
What is the function of the prefrontal cortex?
A
- > 10% of brain
- Executive function
- Regulates thoughts, behaviour & emotions
6
Q
What is the function of the parietal lobe?
A
- Receive & process somatosensory info.
7
Q
What is the function of the occipital lobe?
A
- Process visual info.
- Shape, colour & motion perception
8
Q
What is the function of the frontal lobe?
A
- Primary motor cortex (movement)
- Personality
- Emotional control
