Hippocampus

autism. There were 45 children with autism, 26 typically functioning children, and 14 developmentally delayed children. The brain morphometric features were examined in three different groups. Volumes of the cerebrum, cerebellum, amygdala, and hippocampus were measured with images from a 3-D coronal MRI. The results actually differed from the previous study on brain volume because in this study, the cerebellar volume for the ASD group was significantly increased compared to the typically…

After all of Aaron’s own problems he still persevered in the end. It was quite a nice surprise when Aaron noticed someone was at the door, he cautiously opened it to find Sullivan standing there. Sullivan returned because Aaron sent a letter to the relatives explaining some health concerns and to send Sullivan back. While Sullivan and Aaron were sitting having lunch, there was a rattle at the door, and in came Mr. Kurlander to come tell the boys of the great news about making $68 a month and…

The human brain is an incredible organ. There are many complex chemical and electrical processes that automatically happen within our brain that we do not even realize. Our brains give us the ability to completely function, to see, speak, and even move. It is also responsible for our decisions and emotions. Now imagine losing everything you have spent years retaining in your memory and not even know it. Have you ever walked into a room and completely forgot why you walked into that room to…

Controversy exists over whether universities should spend comparable amount of money to sport activities and social performances. In my vantage point, sport and social activities are of paramount importance for the students in that not only do they offer many health benefits, but also they teach teamwork and help people achieve their goals. One of the significant facets of the current discussion which demands a serious hindsight is that sports play an indispensable role in one’s life in other…

approximately 50% of those who receive treatment making a full recovery (Blatt et al. 2000). The models care recommended for depression are cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and interpersonal therapy (IPT) for moderate to severe depression. The cognitive behavioral approach focuses on identifying negative cognition and provides strategies for changing these cognitions. This method is highly use in children with behavior problems. Interpersonal therapy focuses on improving the interpersonal…

Men and women have different ways that they process information starting with the huge difference between gray matter and white matter in the brain. Men utilize about seven times more gray matter in the brain while women utilize ten times more white matter. This translates to the way we process information because gray matter is more task-oriented and white matter is used more for a connection between different processing centers in the brain meaning that the female brain uses a type of…

Should the drinking age be lowered? Some people believe lowering the drinking age would be a good thing. However, others believe the drinking age should not be lowered because the brain is still developing until about the age of 25. ( SAMHSA). Drinking alcohol underage can affect a developing brain in many ways. Drinking alcohol, even at the age of 18 can be dangerous because the brain is continuing development. Drinking under the influence can be more dangerous for inexperienced drivers. When…

drinks heavily they will not remember the night before. This usually does not concern anyone. However, very few people know that the short-term memory loss is actually caused by a disruption of the hippocampus, which is a part of the brain that forms memories. Large amounts of alcohol can damage the hippocampus permantly. Although we may not be able to physically see the toll underage drinking takes on the formation of the brain without specialized technology, the effects can still be seen…

Now attorneys for Eric Williams want a new trail based on a newly discovered finding of brain damage. After being convicted, brain scans show that the hippocampus, the part of the brain that regulates emotion, has shrunk from previous head trauma. Had they known before the trial they could have pushed for a lesser sentence. Eric Williams' attorneys would have given a case based on damage to his brain caused…

Drinking Age I believe that the drinking age of twenty one is appropriate and should remain as is, for these reasons. At that age, the drinker is more responsible and is less likely to be reckless than an underage drinker, their brain is still developing and consuming alcohol at a young age can be a serious problem, and even though eighteen year olds have the right to vote, get married and serve in the military, they are not able to drink due to military standards. When it comes to drinking,…