neurophysiology

• the area of science which studies the brain and the nervous system enabling the study of what happens in different parts of the brain-there are still a lot of unknowns​

• growing comprehension of the brain's segments responsible for aspects like cognitive thought, emotions, and memory.

• this knowledge holds promise in treating brain damage and illuminating how diverse stimuli can induce distinct mental states.

• scientists are intrigued by the brain's activities and feelings associated with religious experiences.

key people: michael persinger, william james, JL mackie