Becky Has a Brain Tumor That Is Confined to the Left

question 153

Multiple Choice

Becky has a brain tumor that is confined to the left side of her brain.Based on the results from studies investigating hemispheric lateralization, you should predict that Becky will have the most problems in tasks that require:

• A)spatial skills, such as fitting together puzzle pieces
• B)language and communication
• C)judging temporal durations
• D)interpreting and understanding emotions

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Definitions:

John B. Watson

An American psychologist who established the psychological school of behaviorism, emphasizing the importance of observable behavior.

Mental Experiences

The personal internal occurrences comprising thoughts, feelings, dreams, and perceptions.

Physiological Changes

Alterations in the body's normal biological functions, which can be due to various factors such as stress, aging, or disease.

Titchener

Edward Titchener was a British psychologist who is best known for developing the theory of structuralism and introducing the method of introspection in psychology.