Question

As discussed in your text, Henry Molaison (H. M.) lost extensive tissue in the inner part of both temporal lobes, including the hippocampus and amygdala in both hemispheres. The type of declarative memory problems experienced by Molaison are frequently produced by damage to the ____.a. cerebral cortexb. hippocampusc. amygdalad. corpus callosum

Answer 1

Answer:B. hippocampus

Explanation: Hippocampus is one of the major component part of the brain in vertebrates,it is the main regulator of EMOTIONS, MOTIVATION,MEMORY AND LEARNING.

Generally, mammals have two Hippocampi which are located on both the left side of the brain and on the right side of the brain.

WHEN THE HIPPOCAMPI IS DAMAGED,THE PERSON INVOLVED WILL EXPERIENCE MEMORY LOSS AND HE OR SHE MAY NOT BE ABLE STORE INFORMATION FOR LONG TIME.