The Split-Brain Phenomenon
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Which part of the brain is cut in split-brain surgery?

  • Corpus callosum (correct)
  • Cerebellum
  • Hippocampus
  • Frontal lobe

    • What is the purpose of cutting the corpus callosum in split-brain surgery?

  • To improve memory
  • To treat epilepsy (correct)
  • To enhance creativity
  • To reduce anxiety

    • Why does Joe draw a saw when he says that he sees a hammer?

  • He is left-handed
  • He has a language impairment (correct)
  • He has a memory impairment
  • He has a visual impairment

    • What is aphasia?

    <p>A disruption in language abilities due to brain injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main symptom of aphasia?

    <p>Inability to speak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the split-brain patient mentioned in the text?

    <p>Joe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the corpus callosum?

    <p>To connect the hemispheres of the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of cutting the corpus callosum in split-brain patients?

    <p>Reduced seizure spread</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the early knowledge about language processing centers in the left hemisphere?

    <p>Localization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Tan's ability to produce language limited to?

    <p>Single syllables</p> Signup and view all the answers

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