Common brain injury terms

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Hippocampus

A structure on the inner surface of the temporal lobes, which is made up mainly of grey matter and has an important role in memory processes. Damage to the hippocampus may lead to memory problems.

Temporal lobes

The part of the cerebral hemispheres located under the frontal and parietal lobes, lying inwards of the ears. It has a range of important functions and is involved with hearing and some complex aspects of auditory, language and visual perception, as well as memory and emotion.

Wernicke's Area

Located in the temporal lobes, this is an area of the brain concerned with producing speech (See also BROCA'S AREA).