The Cortical Regions That Are NOT Directly Involved in Sensory

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Multiple Choice

The cortical regions that are NOT directly involved in sensory or motor functions are known as

• A) the limbic system.
• B) frontal lobes.
• C) association areas.
• D) parietal lobes.

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Definitions:

Parallel Processing

The ability of the brain to simultaneously process incoming stimuli of differing quality, a fundamental mechanism underlying sensory perception and cognition.

Hallucinations

Perceptions in a conscious and awake state in the absence of external stimuli which have qualities of real perception, often in visual or auditory forms.

Selective Attention

The cognitive process of focusing on a particular object or task while ignoring other irrelevant information.

Hypnotic Pain Relief

A therapeutic technique involving hypnosis to manage and reduce pain perception in individuals without the use of pharmaceutical drugs.