Wernicke's Aphasia Involves Damage to the

question 83

Multiple Choice

Wernicke's aphasia involves damage to the

• A)hippocampus.
• B)corpus collosum.
• C)superior temporal gyrus.
• D)amygdala.

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Definitions:

Noradrenaline

Noradrenaline, also known as norepinephrine, is a neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, regulating heart rate, blood pressure, and blood sugar.

Anhedonia

A condition characterized by the reduced ability to experience pleasure from activities usually found enjoyable, often associated with depression.

Reward System

A group of neural structures responsible for pleasure, learning processes, and motivation.

Androgens

A group of hormones that play a role in male traits and reproductive activity; testosterone is the most well-known androgen.