An introduction into neuropsychology

Question 1

what is cognititbe neuroscience

Answer 1

Scientific study of the influence of brain structures on mental processes.
Aims to create a detailed map of localised functions in the brain.

Question 2

how does the Structure and function of the brain relates to behaviour

Answer 2

Frontal lobe includes the motor area which controls and coordinates movement.
Temporal lobe includes the amygdala which processes emotion and has been linked to aggression.

Question 3

how does the Structure and function of the brain relates to cognition

Answer 3

Cognition’ refers to the mental processes of the mind – like memory and perception.
Different types of long-term memories are located in different areas of the brain.

Question 4

what is the relation between Cognitive neuroscience and mental illness

Answer 4

Low serotonin affects thinking (e.g. suicidal thoughts) and behaviour (low mood, depression).

Question 5

what is The importance of localisation

Answer 5

The effect of any damage depends on the area of the brain affected because functions are localised.

Question 6

what is the effect of a stroke

Answer 6

When the brain is deprived of oxygen because of disruption to its blood supply, the specific areas affected will die.
The effects may not be permanent if other parts of the brain take over localised functions.

Question 7

what are the Effects of neurological damage on motor ability

Answer 7

Damage to the motor area can lead to the person struggling with fine and complex movements.
Damage to the left hemisphere affects the right side of the body, and vice versa.

Question 8

what are the Effects of neurological damage on behaviour

Answer 8

Brain damage can lead to ‘aphasia’ – an inability to understand and use language.
Broca’s aphasia leads to problems producing speech.
Wernicke’s aphasia affects understanding of speech.