12.1 The Anatomy Behind Cognitive Control

Question 1

Cognitive control

Answer 1

sometimes referred to as executive functions, refers to the set of psychological processes that enable us to use our perceptions, knowledge and goals to bias the selection of action and thoughts from a multitude of possibilities.

Question 2

goal-oriented behavior

Answer 2

Behavior that enables us to interact in the world in a purposeful manner. Goals reflect the intersection of our internal desires and drives, coupled with the current environmental context.

Question 3

prefrontal cortex (PFC)

Answer 3

The remainder of the frontal lobe. four regions of the PFC: lateral prefrontal cortex (LPFC), frontal pole (FP), orbitofrontal cortex (OFC) and the medial frontal cortex (MFC).