HMsuffered from Severe Anterograde Amnesia Because of Extensive Damage to His

question 58

Short Answer

H.M.suffered from severe anterograde amnesia because of extensive damage to his ___________.

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Definitions:

Cerebrum

the largest part of the brain, responsible for voluntary activities, intelligence, learning, and perceptions of the senses.

Occipital

Pertaining to the occipital lobe, a region at the back of the brain responsible for processing visual information.

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the brain's cerebrum, responsible for complex functions including thought, memory, and consciousness.

Consciousness

The quality or state of being aware of an external object or something within oneself.