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What was the primary purpose of trephination in prehistoric and premodern societies?
What was the primary purpose of trephination in prehistoric and premodern societies?
- To study the anatomy of the human brain
- To treat mental illness and psychological disorders
- To relieve pressure from swelling in the brain (correct)
- To remove a piece of bone from the skull for spiritual purposes
Which ancient Greek philosopher believed that the brain controls senses and movement?
Which ancient Greek philosopher believed that the brain controls senses and movement?
- Plato
- Hippocrates (correct)
- Heraclitus
- Pythagoras
According to Pythagoras, what is the role of the brain in human reasoning?
According to Pythagoras, what is the role of the brain in human reasoning?
- It plays a minor role in human reasoning
- It is the center of human reasoning and plays a crucial role in the soul's life (correct)
- It is responsible for emotions and appetites
- It is the seat of the soul
What was the significance of the brain according to Plato's philosophy?
What was the significance of the brain according to Plato's philosophy?
What is the name of the ancient surgical operation that involves cutting, scraping, chiseling, or drilling a plug-like piece of bone from the skull?
What is the name of the ancient surgical operation that involves cutting, scraping, chiseling, or drilling a plug-like piece of bone from the skull?
What can be inferred about the survival rate of patients who underwent trephination in prehistoric times?
What can be inferred about the survival rate of patients who underwent trephination in prehistoric times?
Who is credited with the founding of modern medicine?
Who is credited with the founding of modern medicine?
What was the belief of Aristotle regarding the location of thought and emotion?
What was the belief of Aristotle regarding the location of thought and emotion?
What was the primary role of trephination in ancient societies?
What was the primary role of trephination in ancient societies?
Which ancient Greek philosopher believed that the mind is an enormous space with boundaries that we could never reach?
Which ancient Greek philosopher believed that the mind is an enormous space with boundaries that we could never reach?
