Stroke Patients Provided Our Earliest Understanding of the Brain Areas

question 147

Multiple Choice

Stroke patients provided our earliest understanding of the brain areas involved in:

• A)hearing
• B)decision-making
• C)balance
• D)language

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Definitions:

High-Functioning Autism

A term previously used to describe individuals on the autism spectrum who can speak, read, write, and handle basic life skills without much assistance, though it is not a formal diagnosis.

Oppositional-Defiant Disorder

A behavioral disorder characterized by chronic aggression, frequent temper tantrums, and a defiance of authority figures.

Social Cues

Nonverbal signals to which people respond in social interactions, such as body language and facial expressions.

Dissociative Amnesia

A psychological disorder characterized by temporary memory loss that can't be attributed to a neurological condition.