Table of contents
- 1. Introduction to Psychology1h 43m
- 2. Psychology Research2h 20m
- 3. Biological Psychology2h 41m
- 4. Sensation and Perception28m
- 5. Consciousness and Sleep32m
- 6. Learning41m
- 7. Memory34m
- 8. Cognition37m
- 9. Emotion and Motivation35m
- 10. Developmental Psychology33m
- 11. Personality48m
- 12. Social Psychology41m
- 13. Stress and Health41m
- 14. Psychological Disorders44m
- 15. Treatment47m
3. Biological Psychology
The Cortical Forebrain
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The left hemisphere of the brain specializes in which of the following?
A
Visual-spatial perception
B
Language
C
Emotional thought and recognition
D
Pattern recognition

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Understand that the brain is divided into two hemispheres, each responsible for different functions.
Recognize that the left hemisphere is typically associated with logical reasoning, analytical tasks, and language processing.
Consider the options given: Visual-spatial perception, Language, Emotional thought and recognition, and Pattern recognition.
Recall that visual-spatial perception and pattern recognition are generally associated with the right hemisphere, which is more involved in creative and spatial tasks.
Identify that language processing, including tasks like speaking, reading, and writing, is a primary function of the left hemisphere, making 'Language' the correct answer.
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