When Are We Most Likely to Use Automatic Processing, and When

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Essay

When are we most likely to use automatic processing, and when are we most likely to use controlled processing?

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Definitions:

Broca's Area

A region in the frontal lobe of the dominant hemisphere, usually the left, associated with speech production.

Wernicke's Area

Wernicke's Area is a brain region responsible for the comprehension of speech and language processing.

Reward Deficiency Syndrome

A proposed neurobiological condition characterized by the inability to feel pleasure, leading to various addictions and compulsive behaviors.

Alcohol Dependence

A medical condition characterized by a strong craving for alcohol, loss of control over its use, and continued drinking despite adverse consequences.