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frontal cortex

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun frontal cortex has 1 sense
  1. frontal area, frontal cortex - the cortex of the frontal lobe
    --1 is a kind of cortical area, cortical region
    --1 is a part of frontal lobe

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Term: Frontal Cortex

Description

The frontal cortex, also known as the frontal lobe, is the largest and most anterior region of the brain's cerebral cortex. It plays a crucial role in a variety of cognitive processes such as decision-making, problem-solving, planning, and personality expression.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Anatomy

In anatomy, the frontal cortex refers to the anterior portion of the cerebral cortex, specifically the frontal lobe.

Example sentence:

The frontal cortex is responsible for higher cognitive functions such as reasoning and judgement.

Sense 2: Neuroscience

In neuroscience, the frontal cortex is associated with executive functions and the control of voluntary movements.

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Damage to the frontal cortex can result in impaired decision-making abilities.

Sense 3: Psychology

In psychology, the frontal cortex is linked to personality traits, emotional regulation, and social behavior.

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Studies have shown that the frontal cortex plays a role in inhibiting impulsive behaviors.

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