2007-11-12 06:17:16 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
The two hemispheres of our brain serve different function and process information differently. The left hemisphere can focus on the detail and is sequential, logical and analytical. It is better at tasks that entail discrete steps or which require us to concentrate on a particular aspect of the environment. This hemisphere also decodes the sequence and structure of language.
The right hemisphere processes information holistically and is associated with imagination and spatial perception. This hemisphere provides an overview of our environment and the objects that surround us. It is better at understanding humor, emotion and metaphor. It can 'see' the overall, background picture.
2007-11-12 06:25:13 · answer #1 · answered by susiegasser 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is believed that the right side of the brain controls the intellect, like logic, math, etc., while the left side of the brain controls the more artistic functions. So a right-brained person tends to be more of a pragmatist--one who is firmly grounded in reality, while a left-brained person is one who tends to be more creative.
2007-11-12 06:28:40 · answer #2 · answered by cross-stitch kelly 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋