Localisation of function – IB Psychology Study Notes

Comprehensive IB Psychology study notes on Localisation of function. Covers key theories, research studies, and evaluation points for the 2027 syllabus.

Mark Scheme SECTION A MARK SCHEME 4 marks Must Include: • Functional specialization: regions have specific functions • Brain damage case studies as evidence • Double dissociation different lesions → different deficits • Named case e.g. H.M.: bilateral medial temporal lobe • Specific deficit e.g. anterograde amnesia vs. intact procedural memory • Inference: region is necessary for that function Link Formula: "Damage to region caused specific deficit while other ability remained intact, demonstrat...