Divisions of the Mammalian Brain

Divisions of the Mammalian Brain

Instructions: This assignment is designed to help you understand the five major brain regions by examining what they do and how they work, how they are applied to real-life examples, and the results of any damaged areas.

Required Course Text: Pinel, J. P. (2021). Biopsychology (11th ed). Pearson

Part 1: Define the Five Major Areas

Describe each brain area in your own words. Support using your course text.

1. Myelencephalon
2. Metencephalon
3. Mesencephalon
4. Diencephalon
5. Telencephalon

Part 2: Structure and Function of the Five Brain Areas

Explain the structure and function of each of the five brain areas.

1. Describe each of the regions positions within the brain.
2. What are their primary functions?
3. Provide a real-world example of each of the regions roles in behavior or psychological functioning.
4. Discuss potential deficits or disorders that result from damage to these areas.

Part 3: Reflection

1. Which of the five brain regions did you connect with the most? Why?
2. How does it help you understand a real-life experience youve had?
3. How has the knowledge youve gained shaped your understanding of brain injuries or disorders?

Part 4: References

• Cite your course text and any other source used on the last slide using APA 7 format.

Submission: PowerPoint Presentation

• Submit as a presentation (PowerPoint, Google Slides, etc.).
• Include images, quotes, or visuals to make your slides more engaging.
• Use as many slides as you need to organize your ideas.