the central nervous system (CNS). • (CSF) bathes and cushions the brain and spinal cord within their bony confines. • CSF is produced by modified ependymal cells of the choroid plexus found in all components of the ventricular system except for the cerebral aqueduct and the posterior and anterior horns of the lateral ventricles. Runs from the spinal chord to the pons (a broad mass of chiefly transverse nerve fibers) a. Cardiac center – regulate heart rate b. Vasomotor center – regulate diameter of
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individual’s intellectual/social abilities and daily functioning. Cortical and subcortical dementia as two main categories have allowed experts to treat for a better prognosis. With cortical dementia‚ the cerebral cortex is affected meaning “the outer layer” of the brain. (Nordqvist) The cerebral cortex is vital for cognitive processes‚ such as language and memory. With subcortical dementia‚ a deeper part of the brain becomes affected. There is no cure for dementia. However‚ there are medications
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while those who use the left side are more logical‚ detail-oriented and analytical (Novotney‚ 2013). In order to acknowledge these differences this essay will highlight what is meant by lateralisation of the brain and the specialisation of the human cerebral cortex. Equally as important‚ is to explain how handedness has developed and how it relates to cognitive functioning. Finally‚ by looking at how we study the brain and different research techniques used‚ a thorough analysis can be discussed. The
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made up of many different cortexes‚ and each cortex is associated with the different functions of the body. The cerebral cortex is the primary area of the nervous system. This is where our conscious mind is found. This area allows us to be aware of ourselves and our sensations‚ which includes communication‚ memory‚ comprehension and to be able to initiate voluntary movement. The cerebral cortex has three kids of areas‚ the motor area‚ the sensory area and the association area. Each hemisphere is associated
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for our emotional response. ________________ 3. 4. A structure that is known to be a key relay station for sensory information. ________________ 5. An area of the cerebral cortex involved in organizing‚ controlling‚ directing‚ and performing motor functions. ________________ 6. A part of the brain located in the back of the cerebral cortex that 7. The part of the brain that is highly involved in the control of the autonomic
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UNDERSTANDING HOW KEY FUNCTIONS OF THE BRAIN ARE AFFECTED BY DEMENTIA You do not have to become an expert on the brain to be a good dementia health care worker. However‚ having a basic awareness of the brain’s functioning may help you to understand some of the difficulties a person with dementia is experiencing. It can also help to explain some of the behaviours you may find challenging and difficult to comprehend. The level of damage taking place in the brain (‘neurological impairment’)
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Superhero: Primo-senso-cortexatron Base: The front of the parietal lobes in Brainyville Mission: To give feeling to the citizens of Brainyville Primo-senso-cortexatron‚ named SENSO for short‚ lives and protects the area in front of the parietal lobes‚ near his good friend the master of all things motor. He is closely knit with passion and love hence his red skin color. SENSO hears‚ feels‚ and records incoming and touch-related sensations all through his muscular physique‚ large ears‚ large
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fissure of Sylvius and the central sulci is also referred to as fissure of Rolando. The folds created by the sulci increase the amount of cerebral cortex that can fit in the skull‚ in other words the surface area. Basal Nuclei and Cerebral Cortex Fibrils The term “basal nuclei” is applied to a collection of masses of gray matter situated within each cerebral hemisphere. In the central nervous system‚ a collection of neuron cell bodies‚ the soma and dendrites‚ is called a nucleus. This differs in
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Chapter 2 The Brain and Behavior Chapter Preview • This chapter will cover the following domains: • The nervous system • Neurons • Structures of the brain and their functions • Brain damage‚ plasticity‚ and repair • Genetics and behavior • As with chapter 1‚ this presentation will serve as a study guide‚ highlighting the most important concepts which you should study for your midterm by reading your textbook in depth Nervous System: Characteristics • The nervous system is a massive electrochemical
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and your lunch suddenly does not agree with you The corpus callosum connects the __________. -Right and left cerebral hemispheres Schizophrenia‚ bipolar disorder‚ and depression all seem to be the result of _______. Genetics and the environment Which of the following is part of the central nervous system (CNS)? -Spinal cord Which function below is not a direct role of the cerebral cortex? -Storage of short and long term memories Higher brain functions‚ such as creativity and analytical
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