Functions of the Right Cerebral HemisphereAndrew W. Young Functions of the Right Cerebral Hemisphere discusses the studies of the different functions served by the right hemisphere in light of knowledge as well as normal and clinical studies on the subject. The book covers topics such as the visuospatial abilities of the right hemisphere; the analysis of basic perceptual properties; its creation and operation on representations; studies on the function of the right hemisphere in relation to music; and the language capabilities of the right hemisphere. Also covered in the book are the methods for studying cerebral hemispheric function; the development ... |
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Introduction | 1 |
Analysis of Basic Perceptual Properties | 8 |
Creating and Operating on Representations | 14 |
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