PSYB57H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Epiphenomenalism, Aphasia, Isomorphism
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Modules different parts of the brain, each of which is responsible for particular cognitive operations. Phrenology the study of the shape, size, and protrusions of the cranium in an attempt to discover the relationships between parts of the brain and various mental activities and abilities. Localization of function the idea that there is a direct correspondence between specific cognitive functions and specific parts of the brain. Law of mass action learning and memory depend on the total mass of brain tissue remaining rather than the properties of individual cells. Law of equipotentiality although some areas of the cortex may become specialized for certain tasks, any part of an area can (within limits) do the job of any other part of that area. Interactionism mind and brain are separate substances that interact with and influence each other. Epiphenomenalism mind is a superfluous by-product of bodily functioning.
