Challenges in Cognitive Neuroscience
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Which historical figure believed that the mind and body are separate substances, interacting in the pineal gland?

  • Rene Descartes (correct)
  • Paul Broca
  • William James
  • Franz Joseph Gall

    • What was the main principle of dualism according to Rene Descartes?

  • The mind and body are interconnected entities
  • The mind and body are separate substances (correct)
  • The body is immortal while the mind is physical
  • The mind is a byproduct of brain activity

    • Which theory suggests that the mind and body are two aspects of the same substance?

  • Solipsism
  • Reductionism
  • Dual-aspect theory (correct)
  • Dualism

    • Who is known for pioneering the field of neuropsychology by linking brain damage to specific cognitive deficits?

    <p>Carl Wernicke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cognitive process is NOT typically considered within the realm of cognitive neuroscience?

    <p>Emotion regulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major criticism faced by cognitive neuroscience known as 'Neuroskepticism'?

    <p>'Neurocentrism' in explaining mental processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does William Uttal argue about cognitive neuroscience?

    <p>The attempt to localize cognitive processes in the brain presumes we are right about what cognitive processes even exist.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT true about neuropsychology?

    <p>It relied heavily on functional neuroimaging techniques.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between neuroskepticism and neuromania?

    <p>Neuroskepticism is cautious about the claims of neuroscience, while neuromania is overly enthusiastic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main criticism of functional neuroimaging in cognitive neuroscience?

    <p>It cannot tell us how cognition occurs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between the cognitive revolution and earlier approaches to psychology?

    <p>The cognitive revolution focused on mental processes, while earlier approaches focused on behaviorism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common challenge posed to cognitive neuroscience?

    <p>With great power comes great responsibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a criticism of cognitive neuroscience?

    <p>Cognitive neuroscience is just a new form of phrenology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a major milestone in the history of cognitive neuroscience?

    <p>The birth of modern cognitive neuroscience in the late 20th century.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of neuropsychology in cognitive neuroscience?

    <p>Neuropsychology is a subfield of cognitive neuroscience that focuses on the study of the brain and behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about functional neuroimaging in cognitive neuroscience?

    <p>Functional neuroimaging is criticized for being a 'new phrenology' by some researchers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'cognitive revolution' in the context of cognitive neuroscience?

    <p>The cognitive revolution refers to the shift in focus from behaviorism to cognitive neuroscience in the late 20th century.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a challenge posed to cognitive neuroscience?

    <p>Brain scans tell us WHERE cognition occurs, not HOW.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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