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History of Psychology, 4/e
David Hothersall, Ohio State University
Early Studies of the Central Nervous System
Discussion Questions
1
What is the localization of function debate? How did the localization of function debate get started?
2
How has electrical stimulation advanced our understanding of the brain’s functions and localizations? Who are some of the key figures who used electrical stimulation?
3
Phrenology was controversial even when it was popular. Describe two reasons why it was controversial, and also explain two positive consequences of phrenology.
4
What is meant by the term “nature’s experiments”? Describe two such experiments discussed in the text and explain both the pros and cons of this technique.
5
What is an aphasia? Name two areas in the brain which lead to aphasias when damaged, and describe how and by whom these areas were discovered.
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