Frontal Lobe
Where are the frontal lobes located?
Behind the forehead.
Where are the parietal lobes located?
Behind frontal lobes, at the top of the skull.
Where are the temporal lobes located?
They extend back behind the temples.
Where are the occipital lobes located?
At the base of the back of the head.
What is a main function of the frontal lobe?
Cognitive actions, voluntary movements, emotional regulation.
What are some functions of the parietal lobe?
Sensation and perception.
What is a function of the temporal lobe?
Processing sounds.
What is the function of the occipital lobe?
What can result from damage to the frontal lobe?
Speech deficits, motor movement issues, behavioral issues.
What can result with injury to the parietal lobe?
Difficulty writing or mathematics.
What symptoms can result from a temporal lobe injury?
Bad long term memory, inability to recognize words.
What symptoms can be a result of an injury to the occipital lobe?
Blind spots or impaired vision.
What is orbitofrontal syndrome?
Fearlessness or disregard for outcomes.
What is Gerstmann’s syndrome?
The inability to write, do math, or distinguish a difference between fingers.
What disorder can be caused by damage to the temporal lobe?
Epilepsy
What is Anton Syndrome?
The unawareness of the inability to see.