Three sections of the brain

Three sections of the brain
Hindbrain
Midbrain
Forebrain
Medulla -Pathway connecting Diencephalon (Thalamus, Hypothalamus)
Pons hindbrain and Forebrain.
Telecephalon (Cerebrum, Limbic system)
cerebellum

Telencephalon
 Upper and largest portion of the brain
 Involved in higher order intelligence, memory, and personality
 Composed of two hemispheres: Left hemisphere – language processes, etc. and
Right hemisphere – visual imagery, emotions, etc.

Four lobes of the cerebral cortex
Frontal
Parietal
Temporal
Occipital
Motor activity
Bodily sensations, Hearing Primary visual
Higher level intelligence e.g., pain, heat Vision area of the brain
Planning, Problem solving Body movement Smell
Emotions, Self-awareness Memory