Which one do you have, what it helped you to learn, what do you want to learn in the future?
2007-01-23 13:06:09 · 10 answers · asked by Duke 2 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
i think people are lucky to have either half these days.
2007-01-23 13:16:55 · answer #1 · answered by user name 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Everyone has BOTH....your behavior and abilities are governed by one or another and you use both...some folk one side more than another
Lateralization of brain function
The human brain is separated by a longitudinal fissure, separating the brain into two distinct cerebral hemispheres. The two sides of the brain are similar in appearance, and every structure in each hemisphere is mirrored on the other side, yet despite these strong similarities, the functions of each cortical hemisphere are different. Human neocortex—the outer, visible portion of the brain—is the source of all cognitive, sensory, linguistic, voluntary movement, and attentive processes. These higher-level functions—as opposed to reflexes, posture maintenance, etc.—seem to preferentially exist in one half of the brain or the other. Deeper (subcortical) structures such as the basal ganglia and thalami seem to play the same role on each side of the brain, regardless of their hemisphere.
It is important to note that—while functions are indeed lateralized—these lateralizations are trends and do not apply to every person in every case. Short of having undergone a hemispherectomy (the removal of an entire cerebral hemisphere) there are no "left-brained" or "right-brained" people.
Linear reasoning functions of language such as grammar and word production are often lateralized to the left hemisphere of the brain. Dyscalculia is a neurological syndrome associated with damage to the left temporal-parietal junction[1]. This syndrome is associated with poor number manipulation, poor mental arithmetic, and an inability to understand or apply mathematical concepts[1].
In contrast, holistic reasoning functions of language such as intonation and emphasis are often lateralized to the right hemisphere of the brain. Functions such as the transduction of visual and musical stimuli such as spatial manipulation, facial perception, and artistic ability also seem to be lateralized to the right hemisphere.
Other integrative functions such as intuitive or heuristic arithmetic, binaural sound localization, emotions, etc. seem to be more bilaterally controlled.[2]
LEFT BRAIN FUNCTIONS
linear (concrete) oriented, science of math (quantity), present and past, linear language (grammar/words), pattern perception.
RIGHT BRAIN FUNCTIONS
holistic (abstract) oriented, science of philosophy (quality), present and future, holistic language (intonation/emphasis), spatial perception.
Personally, I have benefited from both sides...and have talents gleaned from both
2007-01-30 14:18:39 · answer #2 · answered by sage seeker 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Each hemisphere of the brain controls the other side of the body. left brain controls right side, right brain controls left side.
As well different personalities such as creativity are controlled in specific parts of the brain.
2007-01-23 21:12:09 · answer #3 · answered by sparbles 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I"ve been told many times I"m a "NO Brain" I"ve learned what goes around comes around.. I really like psychology/socioligy
&find it interesting to find out why people behave the way they do!
2007-01-29 09:46:12 · answer #4 · answered by Makeshift 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a right brainer
this means i like doing arts things im not very orginized and i speak my mind a little to much
i really only like music and art and english (for the poetry) classes
in the future i want to be a music teacher!
2007-01-23 21:15:36 · answer #5 · answered by Julz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use the aritistic side more, but I forgot what side that is.
I love writing and painting and I'm great with remembering faces, but terrible with remembering names...that's what I would like to learn...
2007-01-23 21:40:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Middle" brain. I want to know everything!
2007-01-27 22:37:51 · answer #7 · answered by JOURNEY 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pretty sure i have both, although i did know a guy that had a labotomy and no one ever told him, but he was also a little odd if you know what i mean
2007-01-30 03:58:37 · answer #8 · answered by smug_guy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sparbles,
It seems he knows that. He just wants to know which side you personally use more of and what things you use on that side?
2007-01-23 21:14:44 · answer #9 · answered by Tiffany 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, for starters i have both, haha. i think i use my right brain more.
2007-01-23 21:43:41 · answer #10 · answered by ImmaDiva 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋