Brain and Behavior
PsychSim 5: Brain and Behavior 21
PsychSim 5: BRAIN AND BEHAVIOR
Name: _____________________________________ Section: ________________________
Date:
In this activity you will take a tour of the human brain and explore the major brain regions to discover the functions of each region or area.
Functional Specialization
• In terms of brain function, what is functional specialization?
Functional specialization, each function or capability of the nervous system is controlled by a specific cluster of neurons in a specific area of the brain.
• Why is the principle of complex communication important to understand?
It is important to understand the principle of complex communication because each neural network or function area is interconnected with and influenced by other networks in other regions of the brain.
Test Yourself on Lower Brain Structures
• Match each brain part with its function:
o _C__ Pituitary gland A. Located above the midbrain at the top of the brainstem; routes incoming messages from all the senses (except smell) to the appropriate brain areas for processing o _F__ Medulla B. Part of the limbic system; regulates hunger, thirst, and body temperature and contains the so-called pleasure centers of the brain o __J_ Pons C. The master gland of the endocrine system o _E__ Reticular formation D. Located in the brainstem; controls breathing and heartbeat o __D_ Cerebellum E. A nerve network that runs up the center of the brainstem; plays an important role in controlling alertness and attention o _I__ Midbrain F. Located at the back of the brainstem; assists in balance and the coordination of voluntary movement o _A__ Thalamus G. Part of the limbic system; is involved in learning and in forming new memories o _G__ Hippocampus H. Part of the limbic system; is involved in regulation of the emotions of fear and rage o _H__ Amygdala I. Located near the top of the brainstem; integrates specific types of
PsychSim 5: BRAIN AND BEHAVIOR
Name: _____________________________________ Section: ________________________
Date:
In this activity you will take a tour of the human brain and explore the major brain regions to discover the functions of each region or area.
Functional Specialization
• In terms of brain function, what is functional specialization?
Functional specialization, each function or capability of the nervous system is controlled by a specific cluster of neurons in a specific area of the brain.
• Why is the principle of complex communication important to understand?
It is important to understand the principle of complex communication because each neural network or function area is interconnected with and influenced by other networks in other regions of the brain.
Test Yourself on Lower Brain Structures
• Match each brain part with its function:
o _C__ Pituitary gland A. Located above the midbrain at the top of the brainstem; routes incoming messages from all the senses (except smell) to the appropriate brain areas for processing o _F__ Medulla B. Part of the limbic system; regulates hunger, thirst, and body temperature and contains the so-called pleasure centers of the brain o __J_ Pons C. The master gland of the endocrine system o _E__ Reticular formation D. Located in the brainstem; controls breathing and heartbeat o __D_ Cerebellum E. A nerve network that runs up the center of the brainstem; plays an important role in controlling alertness and attention o _I__ Midbrain F. Located at the back of the brainstem; assists in balance and the coordination of voluntary movement o _A__ Thalamus G. Part of the limbic system; is involved in learning and in forming new memories o _G__ Hippocampus H. Part of the limbic system; is involved in regulation of the emotions of fear and rage o _H__ Amygdala I. Located near the top of the brainstem; integrates specific types of