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Brain Imaging Techniques &
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Comprehensive Guide
2026–2027
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Why psychologists study the brain
To understand how brain structures and activity influence behavior and
mental processes; example: studying memory and brain areas involved.
Neuroscience
The scientific study of the nervous system; example: studying how neurons
communicate.
Brain imaging techniques
Methods used to observe brain structure and function; example: MRI scans
showing brain areas.
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Lesion
A damaged area of brain tissue used to study brain function; example:
damage to occipital lobe causing vision problems.
Purpose of studying lesions
Helps identify functions of specific brain areas; example: memory loss from
hippocampus damage.
Accidental lesions
Brain damage from injury or stroke that helps scientists study brain function;
example: stroke affecting speech.
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Brain Imaging Techniques &
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Comprehensive Guide
2026–2027
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Why psychologists study the brain
To understand how brain structures and activity influence behavior and
mental processes; example: studying memory and brain areas involved.
Neuroscience
The scientific study of the nervous system; example: studying how neurons
communicate.
Brain imaging techniques
Methods used to observe brain structure and function; example: MRI scans
showing brain areas.
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Lesion
A damaged area of brain tissue used to study brain function; example:
damage to occipital lobe causing vision problems.
Purpose of studying lesions
Helps identify functions of specific brain areas; example: memory loss from
hippocampus damage.
Accidental lesions
Brain damage from injury or stroke that helps scientists study brain function;
example: stroke affecting speech.
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