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Brain organizes behavior from "summary" of Discovering the Brain by National Academy of Sciences,Institute of Medicine,Sandra Ackerman

The brain is a complex organ that is responsible for organizing behavior in humans. This organization occurs through a series of intricate processes involving various regions of the brain working together in harmony. It is fascinating to think about how the brain can orchestrate such a wide range of behaviors, from simple reflexes to complex decision-making. One of the key ways in which the brain organizes behavior is through the transmission of signals between neurons. Neurons are the basic building blocks of the brain and they communicate with each other through electrical and chemical signals. When a stimulus is encountered, such as seeing a delicious piece of food, neurons in the visual cortex of the brain fire electrical impulses that travel to other regions responsible for processing taste and smell. This signaling process allows the brain to coordinate a response, such as reaching out to g...
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    Discovering the Brain

    National Academy of Sciences

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