The+Brain



Response to Phineas Gage's case

Phineas Gage's story is important to the study of the brain in psychology, because it provides evidence that some parts of the brain control behavior. Since a certain part of the brain was damaged by the railroad spike, his personality changed.
 * - Why is Phineas Gage’s story important to the study of the brain in psychology?**

Before the accident, he was considered one of the most efficient foreman. After the accident, he began to display very childish behavior and his friends didn't trust him. The damage to his frontal cortex had caused complete loss of social inhibitions, which consequently led to unacceptable behavior. He would just saay whatever he was thinking.
 * - How did Phineas Gage’s accident change scientists’ understanding of the brain?**

The damage to his frontal love should have affected the Gage's Broca's area, which would've have impaired his speech. In reality, he was still able to communicate successfully.
 * - Recalling what you have learned regarding the frontal lobe, what possible problems or abnormalities may**
 * Gage have presented with subsequent to this type of injury (remember the precise location of the rod through**
 * his brain)?**

3/4 DO NOW- What's the difference between mood and personality? Brain Quiz Result My score told me that I have more of a female brain (near 50%). I found these results to be suprising. I didn't expect the result I got, but it was an interesting quiz.I don't know how well the quiz can tell me what type of brain I have, but regardless, I found this to be fun. It was fun to see what all my group members got for answers in certain sections of the quiz.
 * Mood is temporary.
 * Personality is long-term.