M5 | Integrative action of the sensorimotor system – Visual system | Association cortices
Limbic Association Cortex
Limbic association area
Emotional behavior
Lesions result in decreased rage and anger response. The limbic association area is involved in generalized arousal reaction.
Memory
Bilateral lesions result in learning disability, inability to remember faces. Bilateral lesions of the hippocampi cause severe amnesia.
References
- Carey, B. (2008, 12/4/2008). H. M., an Unforgettable Amnesiac, Dies at 82, Orbituary. New York Times. Retrieved from https://www.nytimes.com/2008/12/05/us/05hm.html | PDF