Orbital Frontal Cortex (OFC) Functions

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What region of the brain is affected in patients with difficulty interpreting context and altering behavior appropriately, often resulting in faux pas?

orbitofrontal cortex

What term refers to an individual's awareness of their own self and timeline, enabling them to understand their past and future goals?

autonoetic awareness

What brain region is responsible for combining sensory information from the temporal lobe with emotional information from the amygdala?

inferior frontal cortex

Why do patients with frontal-lobe injuries exhibit varying symptoms, with no single patient showing all the symptoms?

heterogeneity of frontal-lobe function Signup and view all the answers

What term refers to the brain's default state, characterized by self-referential thinking and mind-wandering, and is closely tied to the prefrontal cortex?

default mode network Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the premotor cortex in regulating motor movements, and how does it differ from the primary motor cortex?

The premotor cortex selects and plans movements, and can influence movement directly or indirectly through projections to the primary motor cortex. In contrast, the primary motor cortex specifies basic movements and controls movement force and direction. Signup and view all the answers

How does the prefrontal cortex (PFC) regulate emotional state, and what are the implications of abnormalities in this regulation?

The PFC receives significant input from the mesolimbic dopamine cells in the tegmentum, contributing to emotional state. Abnormalities in these projections have been implicated in schizophrenia and drug addiction. Signup and view all the answers

What is the default mode network (DMN), and how does it relate to the frontal lobes?

The DMN refers to a network of brain regions, including the prefrontal cortex, that are active during rest and deactive during task-oriented activities. The frontal lobes, particularly the prefrontal cortex, play a key role in the DMN. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four general categories of the frontal lobe, and how do they relate to motor function regulation?

The four categories are the primary motor cortex, premotor cortex, prefrontal cortex, and anterior cingulate cortex. The primary motor cortex specifies basic movements, while the premotor cortex selects and plans movements. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the cingulate cortex, and how does it relate to the frontal lobes?

The cingulate cortex is involved in error detection, conflict monitoring, and motivation. It is part of the frontal lobe and works closely with the prefrontal cortex and anterior cingulate cortex. Signup and view all the answers

What network is responsible for shifting attention from internal thoughts to external stimuli, and what brain regions are involved in this process?

The salience network, which involves the anterior cingulate cortex, supplementary motor area, and anterior insula, is responsible for shifting attention from internal thoughts to external stimuli. Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary functions of the prefrontal cortex, and how do they relate to motor control?

The prefrontal cortex is involved in cognitive functions that select movements at appropriate times and locations, and is particularly engaged in selecting behavior based on temporal memory. Signup and view all the answers

What is the default mode network, and what happens when it is active?

The default mode network is a network that is active when individuals have an internal focus, and involves regions of the frontal lobe. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the orbitofrontal cortex in learning and behavior, and how does it relate to external cues?

The orbitofrontal cortex is central to learning by association, and is involved in the processing of external cues, particularly those related to reward and punishment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the anterior cingulate cortex, and what is its role in attention and emotional processing?

The anterior cingulate cortex is a region of the brain involved in the salience network, and plays a critical role in detecting and responding to important external stimuli, as well as in emotional processing and error detection. Signup and view all the answers

What region of the brain receives input from parietotemporal regions and is involved in spatial memory and decision making?

dorsolateral prefrontal cortex Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Wisconsin Card Sorting Task in assessing frontal lobe function?

to assess the ability to shift strategies Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between fluid intelligence and crystallized intelligence?

fluid intelligence involves seeing relationships and drawing logical conclusions, while crystallized intelligence involves applying previous learning Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the task that requires participants to move discs from one peg to another according to rules, and what cognitive function does it assess?

Tower of London and Tower of Hanoi, and planning Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary finding of brain-imaging studies investigating the neural basis of intelligence, and what percentage of participant variance on intelligence tests do the two most important systems account for?

multiple systems are involved, and Multiple Demand Working Memory and Multiple Demand Reasoning account for 90% of participant variance Signup and view all the answers

How do the lateralized executive functions of the frontal lobes influence task setting and monitoring, and what are the implications for decision-making in emotional versus neutral situations?

The left frontal lobe is important for setting tasks, while the right frontal lobe monitors ongoing tasks. This lateralization can impact decision-making in emotional versus neutral situations, with 'hot' executive functions involving emotionally significant situations and 'cool' executive functions involving emotionally neutral tasks. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the orbital region in emotional processing, and how do its connections with the amygdala and hypothalamus contribute to this function?

The orbital region is involved in emotional processing, particularly in responding to affective qualities. Its connections with the amygdala and hypothalamus enable it to process emotional information and integrate it with other cognitive functions. Signup and view all the answers

How do the dorsolateral frontoparietal network, interhemispheric dorsolateral frontal connections, and fronto-striatal connections contribute to executive function, and what are the implications for cognitive control?

These networks and connections enable executive function by facilitating attentional control, planning, reasoning, working memory, and problem-solving. They are critical for cognitive control and adaptability in response to changing environmental demands. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the ventral surface of the brain in the anatomy of the orbital frontal cortex, and how does this relate to its function in emotional processing?

The ventral surface of the brain is where much of the orbital frontal cortex is located, which is important for emotional processing, particularly in responding to affective qualities. This location enables the orbital frontal cortex to integrate emotional information with other cognitive functions. Signup and view all the answers

How do questionnaires like the BRIEF and FrSBe assess executive function, and what are the limitations of these tests in identifying executive function deficits?

These questionnaires assess executive function by evaluating specific behaviors and attitudes commonly associated with executive function, such as planning, reasoning, and problem-solving. However, they may not detect executive function deficits in all individuals, as some patients may not exhibit deficits on these tests despite having executive function problems. Signup and view all the answers

How does the prefrontal cortex interact with other brain regions to regulate motor function, and what are the implications of disruptions to these connections?

The prefrontal cortex interacts with the posterior parietal cortex, basal ganglia, and cingulate cortex to regulate motor function. Disruptions to these connections can result in impaired motor control and coordination. Signup and view all the answers

What is the default mode network, and how does it relate to the prefrontal cortex and cingulate cortex?

The default mode network is a network of brain regions active during self-referential thinking and mind-wandering, involving the prefrontal cortex and cingulate cortex. It is deactivated during goal-directed tasks. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the posterior zone of the medial frontal cortex?

serves motor functions Signup and view all the answers

How does the orbitofrontal cortex process emotional information, and what are the implications of abnormalities in this processing?

The orbitofrontal cortex processes emotional information by integrating sensory information from the temporal lobe, auditory regions of STG, and amygdala. Abnormalities in this processing can result in impaired emotional regulation. Signup and view all the answers

Which region of the brain is involved in emotional processes and is connected with the amygdala, nucleus accumbens, hypothalamus, hippocampus, and A?

Ventral ACC Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the dorsal ACC in cognitive processes?

part of the default mode network, and is connected to the prefrontal cortex, PPC & FEF Signup and view all the answers

What is the anatomy of the cingulate cortex, and how does it relate to emotional processing and motor function regulation?

The cingulate cortex is a brain region involved in error detection, conflict monitoring, and motivation, and is interconnected with the prefrontal cortex and basal ganglia. It plays a role in regulating emotional processing and motor function. Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary functions of the prefrontal cortex, and how do they relate to the regulation of emotional state and motor function?

The primary functions of the prefrontal cortex include working memory, decision-making, and planning, and are involved in regulating emotional state and motor function through connections with the orbitofrontal cortex and basal ganglia. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the anterior zone of the medial frontal cortex?

associated with the default mode network for reward, social processing, and episodic memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the ventromedial prefrontal cortex?

receives cortical connections from the DLPFC, posterior cingulate cortex and medial temporal cortex Signup and view all the answers

What are the three functional zones of the medial frontal cortex?

posterior, middle, and anterior zones Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the middle zone of the medial frontal cortex?

involved with cognitive functions, pain, and affect Signup and view all the answers

What is the connection between the ventromedial prefrontal cortex and the brainstem?

connects with the amygdala and hypothalamus and periaqueductal gray in the brainstem Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the anterior cingulate cortex in cognitive processes?

part of the default mode network Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the dorsal ACC in emotional processes?

not directly involved Signup and view all the answers