11 Psych-Sperry

Walter Freeman is best known for his work in which controversial medical procedure?

• Heart transplant

• Cosmetic surgery

• Lobotomy

• Dental implants

What was the primary goal of the lobotomy procedure developed by Walter Freeman?

• To cure infectious diseases

• To alleviate symptoms of schizophrenia and other mental illnesses

• To enhance memory and cognitive function

• To improve vision and hearing

What was one of the major criticisms of Walter Freeman's lobotomy procedure?

• It was too expensive for most patients to afford.

• It was completely ineffective in treating mental illness.

• It often resulted in severe personality changes and cognitive deficits.

• It was only suitable for children under the age of 5.

What type of research method was used by Walter Freeman?

• Case study

• Non-experimental

• Experimental

• Observational

Which of the following best describes the lobotomy procedure?

• It involves the removal of a portion of the skull to access the brain.

• It involves severing connections in the prefrontal cortex of the brain.

• It involves injecting medication directly into the brain tissue.

• It involves stimulating specific areas of the brain with electrical impulses.

Which statement best reflects the contemporary view of Walter Freeman's lobotomy procedures?

• They are widely regarded as effective treatments for mental illness.

• They are considered barbaric and unethical by modern standards.

• They are still commonly practiced in psychiatric hospitals.

• They were the basis for advancements in neuroscience research.

What is the corpus callosum?

• A thin layer of skin covering the brain

• A thick band of about 200 million nerve fibers connecting the brain's hemispheres

• A small gland responsible for hormone production

• A muscle that controls eye movement

What is the primary function of the left hemisphere of the brain according to the research?

• Non-verbal processing

• Visual processing

• Verbal processing

• Motor control

What is Split-Brain surgery used to treat?

• Severe epilepsy

• Brain tumors

• Alzheimer's disease

• Parkinson's disease

What is necessary to understand research findings related to the brain?

• Understanding the specialized functions of each hemisphere

• Knowing the size of the brain

• Studying the brain's color

• Measuring brain temperature