In this video I discuss early approaches to studying the brain by looking at cases of brain damage and attempting to connect areas of damage to deficits or changes in behavior. The case of Phineas Gage is considered, as well … Read More
A Young Stroke Victim’s Story
In this touching story (with beautiful illustrations) Christine Hyung-Oak Lee describes her experience of having a stroke: the confusion, the feelings of being trapped inside her own brain, and the slow process of her recovery. While strokes are often discussed … Read More
Phantoms in the Brain video series Episode 1
The Phantoms in the Brain BBC Series hosted by V.S. Ramachandran offers a fascinating look at cases of bizarre disorders and neurological problems. This clip from episode one features Alien Hand Syndrome, Unilateral Neglect, and a case of a Phantom … Read More