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    Laboratory 3 Brainstem and Cranial Nerves Associated radiology modules: BRAINSTEM‚ CRANIAL NERVES Brainstem BLOOD SUPPLY The major blood supply to the brain is from two pairs of arteries‚ the vertebrals and the internal carotids. In general‚ the vertebrals supply the brainstem‚ the caudal diencephalon and the caudal and inferior cerebrum. The carotids supply the rostral thalamus and hypothalamus‚ the basal ganglia and the remainder of the cerebrum. Vertebral Branches. The vertebral arteries

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    The five major divisions of the brain are the Telencephalon (cerebral hemispheres)‚ the Diencephalon‚ the Mesencephalon (midbrain)‚ the Metencephalon‚ and the Myelencephalon (medulla). The Telencephalon is the largest portion of the brain. This portion of the brain is in charge of voluntary movements‚ sensory input‚ and complex cognitive process (learning‚ speaking‚ and problem solving skills). The Diencephalon is composed of two structures‚ the thalamus and the hypothalamus. The thalamus holds

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    The human brain is an intricate organ that has intrigued mankind for years‚ and will continue to do so until all of it’s mysteries are revealed. A lot of questions have been answered about the mysteries of the mind‚ but as questions are answered new ones become apparent. Our brain is responsible for everything our body is capable of‚ from breathing‚ motor function‚ feeling emotions‚ and even hormone production. When humans discovered this‚ they also discovered there are possible ways of interfering

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    Chiari I malformation with acute neurologic deficit after craniocervical trauma: Case report‚ imaging and anatomic considerations David E. Adler‚ MD‚ Josha Woodward‚ BS Legacy Emanuel Hospital In patients with Chiari I malformation‚ the occurrence of acute neurological deficit after craniocervical trauma is rare. This case describes a 41-year-old male who sustained a single blow to the face‚ fell and struck the occiput. On admission‚ neurologic exam revealed a profound paraparesis‚ upper extremity

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    `Nicole Chicino Dr. Bradley Bio 130-02 March 3‚ 2014 My Stroke of Insight Jill Bolte Taylor found herself interested in neuroscience from a very young ago. Her brother who was only about a year older than her had suffered with schizophrenia‚ this only made her question the human brain more and more and then she decided to dedicate her life to studying it. She works for the Harvard Brain Bank and is also a successful brain scientist. But one December morning in 1996‚ Jill ’s life had taken an

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    Know Thyself

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    In Greece‚ over the entrance to the temple Delphi is carved a simple phrase: Know thyself. Despite the massive advancements humanity has made since the days of ancient Greece‚ this phrase rings just as true today as then. It did‚ and still does‚ represent the highest achievement of wisdom. Regardless of profession‚ an understanding of the self is essential to a fulfilled life. For scientists‚ this means understanding how the brain works. Linguists in particular should understand both that the basis

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    The Brain

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    The Brain Brittany Wagner Psy/240 June 22‚ 2014 Jennifer Graves The Brain The brain is like a hard drive for a computer. Like a hard drive the brain also has many wires and complicated looking things in there. It is a lot easier to understand what part of the brain does what when it is broken down into the five major parts. The brain has five major parts and each part helps the human body function. The five major parts are called the myelencephalon‚ metencephalon‚ mesencephalon‚ diencephalon

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    In today’s society video games can cause many behavior problems. The violence in video games can affect children in many ways. Violent video games affect a person’s brain and health. At last‚ violent video games also affect the player’s personality in various ways. Acting violently and having nightmares are two ways of how violent video games affect children. Some games contain some graphic content‚ and may give children ideas that they do not understand. These games also make children believe

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    Words formed into melodies have been the most powerful message‚ allowing people to comprehend emotion for over 5‚000 years. The way words are placed between beats gives a hypnotic message to your body and changes the state of your brain. But is music just that? A series of notes and precisely placed words? This is what I have set out to discover. What effect does music have on humans? When listening to a good song you feel a sense of relaxation and calm within your body. Often we stop what we’re

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    The brain‚ unlike the heart is the most important part of the body‚ it weighs up to three pounds and comprises the hefty cerebrum‚ cerebellum‚ and the brainstem. The cerebrum which is the largest portion performs all higher cognitive functions. The cerebellum is responsible for motor functions‚ such as the coordination of movement and balance. The brain stem is dedicated to involuntary functions such as breathing. The brain is comprised of the cerebrum‚ cerebellum‚ and brain stem The largest part

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