Understanding Brain Pathways for Perception and Movement
Generally, I think most people accept that the brain is the center of our body. If the heart is the engine, the brain is the steering wheel. No matter how powerful or capable the engine, the steering wheel is needed to actually control that power. Our brains are responsible for processing sensory information, regulating emotions, and creating complex movements. It’s the center of both nature and nurture, shaping our perception of the world and controlling our behavior. To be honest, I just want to talk about the general ideas behind neurobiology; sensory neurons, the circadian rhythm, the visual system, and how various brain regions work together to keep us alive. It’s cool stuff, I promise. So, to start, I like to think of the nature-nurture debate like the construction of a house. Our genetic makeup is like the foundation, while our experiences and knowledge form the actual house’s structure. Without a strong foundation, a house cannot be built, but a shoddy house can also be b...