Define Summation and Explain the Difference Between Temporal and Spatial

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Essay

Define summation and explain the difference between temporal and spatial summation.

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Definitions:

Association Areas

Areas of the cerebral cortex that are not involved in primary motor or sensory functions; rather, they are involved in higher mental functions such as learning, remembering, thinking, and speaking.

Reticular Formation

A nerve network that travels through the brainstem into the thalamus and plays an important role in controlling arousal.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved with instinct and mood, controlling basic emotions and drives.

Age-Related Timing

The schedule or timing of events that is influenced by a person's age or the aging process.