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Describe the Function of the Hippocampus (Chapter 4, the Brain

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Describe the function of the hippocampus (Chapter 4, The Brain: Source of Mind and Self). What implications are there if the neurons atrophy as a result of a significant trauma? Incorporate information on posttraumatic stress disorder in your essay.


Definitions:

Hedonic Adaptation

The phenomenon that occurs when the mental scale that people use to judge the pleasantness-unpleasantness of their experiences shifts so that their neutral point, or baseline for comparison, is changed.

Mental Scale

A mental scale is a method or tool used to evaluate, measure, or assess an individual's cognitive abilities, mental states, or psychological traits.

Understanding Of Class

The comprehension of social strata and the hierarchies based on aspects like wealth, occupation, education, and power.

Critical Thinking

The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.

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