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Posner, Michael I.; And Others – Science, 1988
Hypothesizes that the human brain localizes mental operations which are integrated in the performance of cognitive tasks such as reading. Provides support of this hypothesis from studies in neural imaging, mental imagery, timing, and memory. (RT)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Brain Hemisphere Functions, Cognitive Mapping, Cognitive Processes

Inglis, James; Lawson, J. S. – Science, 1981
A sexual dimorphism in the functional asymmetry of the damaged human brain is reflected in a test-specific laterality effect in male patients, explaining some contradictions concerning the effects of unilateral brain damage on intelligence in studies in which the influence of sex was overlooked. (Author/SK)
Descriptors: College Science, Females, Higher Education, Intelligence

Kosslyn, Stephen M. – Science, 1988
Illustrates how one can discover structure in mental abilities where none was obvious. Reports that two classes of processes are used to form images. Indicates that imagery is carried out by multiple processes, not all of which are implemented equally effectively in the same part of the brain. (RT)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Brain Hemisphere Functions, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Mapping