Biological Psychology

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Sperry’s Split Brains Theory explained in 300 words

Roger Sperry’s split-brain research profoundly altered our understanding of the brain’s structure and function. This pioneering work in the mid-20th century explored the effects of severing the corpus callosum, the bundle of nerve fibers connecting the brain’s two hemispheres. This surgical procedure was used to treat severe epilepsy, but it […]

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Extreme Male Brains explained in 300 words

Extreme Male Brain theory, proposed by Simon Baron-Cohen, is a concept suggesting that autism spectrum disorder (ASD) might be linked to an exaggerated version of male-typical cognition, characterized by a heightened focus on systemizing and reduced empathizing capabilities. The theory posits that the brains of individuals with ASD tend to […]