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Capgras syndrome The delusional belief that an acquaintance has been replaced by an identical-
looking imposter. It is commonly seen in schizophrenia, dementia, and brain
trauma. Occurs because facial recognition involves 2 separate systems in the
brain - cognitive and emotional, and the emotional appraisal is disrupted.
Temporal lobe (particularly amygdala) and frontal lobe (particularly prefrontal
cortex) damaged.
Amygdala Brain structure in the limbic system that helps detect threatening or dangerous
stimuli. Also helps detect positive stimuli - indicators of safety or available
rewards.
Prefrontal cortex Brain structure in the frontal lobe that is active when planning or performing
careful analysis. Less active when dreaming.
Hindbrain 1 of 3 main structures of the brain. Located at the very top of the spinal cord.
1. Rhythm of heartbeats and breathing are regulated here
2. Maintains body posture and balance
3. Helps control brain's alertness.
4. Contains Cerebellum
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