Midbrain Quiz

How are you feeling today?

• Great!

• Just okay

• Eh....

• I'm not doing well.

When does the Midbrain develop?

• 1st

• 2nd

• 3rd

• Last

True or False? The midbrain is connected to the brain stem

• True

• False

What is the midbrain responsible for?

• Life Sustaining Functions

• Fine Motor Skills

  Large Motor Skills

  Movement and Balance

• Emotional Regulation

• Mathematical Reasoning

What else is the midbrain responsible for?

• Appetite, swallowing, sleep, and the 5 senses

• Mathematical reasoning

• Emotional regulation

• Reading Proficiency

Does the midbrain think and feel?

• Yes, the mid brain is able to think and feel

• No, the midbrain is reactive meaning that it does not think or feel.

What are some signs that there are problems with the midbrain?

• Abnormally low heart rate, high/low blood pressure, breathing problems

• Skin sensitivities, abnormal body temperature, difficulty chewing food

• Clumsiness, poor fine motor skills, sleep probelms, eating problems, impulsivity, sensory seeking.

Name some interventions for healing/developing the midbrain? (Hint: Look at your notes on page 36)

True or False? Heavy muscle work is one of the few interventions that can either calm you down or wake you up, depending on what you need.

• True

• False

Some examples of midbrain activities can include walking, weight lifting, isometric exercises, creative arts, doodling, coloring, gardening, knitting, drumming, sports, and balancing activities. Which of these activities seem most interesting to you?