2014.10.2 Brain Areas

What is the primary role of the Dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (dlPFC)?

Planning, cognitive control, and working memory.

What functions does the Ventrolateral prefrontal cortex (vlPFC) focus on?

Aspects of planning and attention with more emphasis on feature processing.

What is the involvement of the Orbitofrontal cortex (OFC) in social cognition?

Value representation and selecting context-appropriate actions.

What type of information does the Ventromedial prefrontal cortex (vmPFC) process?

Self-referential information.

What is the key role of the Posterior cingulate cortex (PCC) in the brain?

A key area of the default mode network, involved in pain processing and monitoring internal states.

What functions are associated with the Anterior cingulate cortex (ACC)?

Error detection, rule selection, social evaluation, reward anticipation, and positive self-esteem.

What does the Superior temporal sulcus (STS) track?

Attention (gaze) and the actions/intentions of others.

What type of processing is the Fusiform face area (FFA) specialized for?

High-level face processing and facial recognition.

What cognitive functions does the Temporoparietal junction (TPJ) contribute to?

Theory of mind, attentional switching, and understanding false beliefs.

What is the Medial parietal cortex a part of?

The default mode network.

What aspects of perception does the inferior parietal region handle?

Perception of emotion in facial stimuli and interpretation of sensory information.

What is the role of the Precuneus in cognitive processes?

Involved in self-referential processing and episodic memory.

What cognitive functions are associated with the retrosplenial cortex?

Memory, imagining future events, and spatial navigation.

What sensations does the Insula cortex represent?

Internal state representations like disgust, pain, and taste.

What is the role of the nucleus accumbens in the brain?

Reward processing.

What role does the Dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (dlPFC) play in social cognition?

Facilitates planning and cognitive control in social interactions, enabling individuals to navigate complex social scenarios.

How does the Ventrolateral prefrontal cortex (vlPFC) contribute to social cognition?

Enhances attention and planning in social contexts, particularly by processing social cues and features.

What aspect of social cognition is influenced by the Orbitofrontal cortex (OFC)?

Helps in value representation regarding social feedback and selecting context-appropriate social actions.

In what way does the Ventromedial prefrontal cortex (vmPFC) relate to social cognition?

Processes self-referential information critical for social identity and interpersonal evaluations.

How does the Anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) impact social cognition?

Associated with error detection and social evaluation, allowing individuals to respond appropriately in social settings.

What is the function of the Superior temporal sulcus (STS) in relation to social cognition?

Tracks and interprets others' actions and intentions, essential for understanding social dynamics.

How does the Temporoparietal junction (TPJ) contribute to social cognition?

Facilitates the theory of mind, allowing individuals to understand and predict others' beliefs and intentions.

What is the role of the Insula cortex in social cognition?

Represents internal states linked to social emotions such as disgust and empathy, which inform social interactions.