Questions and Answers
What is distributive processing?
What does equipotentiality refer to?
The brain's ability to transfer functional memory from damaged areas to undamaged regions.
Define localization of function.
The theory that behaviors originate in specific areas of the brain.
What is the theory of relative localization?
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Explain strict localization.
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Study Notes
Distributive Processing
- Behavior results from interactions among multiple brain regions.
- Challenges the idea of behavior being localized to a single brain area.
Equipotentiality
- The brain can adapt following injury, redistributing functions to undamaged areas.
- Supports the idea of brain plasticity and recovery from trauma.
Localization of Function
- Specific brain areas are responsible for particular behaviors.
- Damage to these areas can lead to the inability to perform associated behaviors.
Relative Localization
- Recognizes that while one brain region may be crucial for a behavior, other regions contribute to a lesser extent.
- Suggests a more integrated approach to understanding brain functions in behavior.
Strict Localization
- Proposes that each behavior can be traced to a single brain area.
- Implies a clear and direct link between specific functions and locations in the brain.
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Explore key concepts of the biological approach in psychology with these flashcards. This quiz focuses on terms like distributive processing and equipotentiality, explaining how behavior is influenced by multiple brain interactions and resilience in memory function after injury. Perfect for enhancing your understanding of brain functions in psychology.
