localization of function

Localization of function refers to the idea that specific parts of the brain are responsible for particular tasks or processes, such as language, movement, or memory. This means that different brain regions are specialized to handle different functions, rather than the brain working as a single, uniform system. For example, Broca’s area is linked to speech production, while the hippocampus is involved in memory formation. Understanding this helps scientists and doctors identify where issues like injuries or strokes might cause certain impairments and develop targeted treatments.