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localization of function

localization of function Localization of function is the view that different parts of the cerebral hemispheres are specialized for different mental or sensory-motor activities.

Localization of function is the view that different parts of the cerebral hemispheres are specialized for different mental or sensory-motor activities. In this context, it means that functions such as movement, sight, hearing, touch, smell, taste, and certain language disturbances were linked to particular brain centres.

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Drafting source: William James, Principles of Psychology, volume 1. 1890 original; Gutenberg ebook 57628; snapshot required. “William James, The Principles of Psychology, volume 1, 1890” (fca72454f1995c69b072).
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