Consciousness Requires Complex Interactions Between the Cerebral Cortex and the ____

question 91

Multiple Choice

Consciousness requires complex interactions between the cerebral cortex and the ____.

• A)amygdala
• B)thalamus
• C)midbrain
• D)hippocampus

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Definitions:

Episodic Memory

The retention of information about the where, when, and what of life’s happenings—that is, how individuals remember life’s episodes.

Central Executive

A component of working memory in cognitive psychology that controls and regulates cognitive processes, directing attention and managing tasks.

Working Memory

A cognitive system with a limited capacity, responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing and decision-making.

Short-Term Memory

The part of the memory system where information is stored for a short duration, typically a few seconds to a minute.