The Brain: Parts,

Function, and Societal

Relationship
Personal Development
Mind Exercise

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Our brain is one of the most complex parts
of the body that is very much attributed to
the consciousness of the very uniqueness of
the self. Studies in the brain in field of
Neuroscience, is a challenging subject
course that gives emphasis on the role of
the brain in our everyday function in the
society.
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The ability to cope and handle challenging
situations, also call for the strength of the mind to
withstand any stressful predicament that we face.
After all, our brain is a temple for the
consciousness to linger, without a house for the
consciousness to think and act, we become
ordinary animal beings, the only consideration that
we separated ourselves from them.

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The three sections of the brain:
1. Hindbrain
2. Midbrain
3. Forebrain

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The reflexive or autonomic
behavior is controlled by the
Hindbrain and Midbrain. The
complex behavior of the individual
belongs to controlled area of the
Forebrain.
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The Hindbrain (Rhombencephalon)
This part of the brain starts at the base of
the skull and the brain stem. It is the region
of the brain in which the medulla oblongata,
pons and cerebellum. The Hindbrain
coordinates functions that are fundamental
to survival, including respiratory rhythm,
motor activity, sleep and wakefulness.
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The Midbrain (Mesencephalon)
Located towards the base of your brain is a small but important
region called the midbrain (derived from the developmental
mesencephalon), which serves as a vital connection point
between the other major regions of the brain - the forebrain and
the hindbrain. The midbrain is the topmost part of the
brainstem, the connection central between the brain and the
spinal cord. There are three main parts of the midbrain - the
colliculi, the tegmentum, and the cerebral peduncles. Of the 12
cranial nerves, two thread directly from the midbrain - the
oculomotor and trochlear nerves, responsible for eye and eyelid
movement.
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Forebrain (Prosencephalon)
The Forebrain (derived from the developmental
prosencephalon) which contain the entire cerebrum and several
structures directly nestled within it - the thalamus,
hypothalamus, the pineal gland and the limbic system. This
area of the brain plays a central role in the processing of
information related to complex cognitive activities, sensory and
associative functions, and voluntary motor activities. Included
in this region is the visible area, the cerebrum; and this
cerebrum is divided into two parts or most popularly known for
the two major division of the brain, cerebral hemispheres
(Michel et. al., 2020; MacNeilage, 2013).
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The Two Hemispheres of the Brain

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The cerebrum can be divided into two
parts which can be called hemispheres.
And this hemispheres can control
opposite sides of the body. Though
similar in structure, the hemisphere
have somewhat separate talents or
areas of specialization.
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Activity: Lateral Thinking Puzzles
You are driving down the road in your car on a wild,
stormy night, when you pass by a bus stop and you
see three people waiting for the bus:
a. An old lady who looks as if she is about to die
b. An old friend who ounce saved your life
c. The perfect partner you have been dreaming about

Knowing that there can only be one passenger in

your car, whom would you choose and why?
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The Dominant Side of the Brain
Researchers believed that brain dominance
determines a person’s preferences, problem-solving
style, personality characteristics, and even career
choices.
For example, a right-brain individual will
quickly get a feeling for a situation, while a left-brain
person will usually ask a lot of questions first.

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 Personal Preference
LEFT DOMINANCE RIGHT DOMINANCE
CLASSICAL MUSIC POPULAR MUSIC

BEING ON TIME A GOOD TIMES

CAREFUL PLANNING TO VISUALIZE THE OUTCOME

TO CONSIDER ALTERNATIVE TO GO WITH THE FIRST IDEA

BEING THOUGHTFUL BEING ACTIVE

MONOPOLY, SCRABLE, OR ATHLETICS, ART, OR MUSIC

CHESS
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