AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -It has a high risk of injury when a brain injury occurs. The cerebellum is responsible for coordination of voluntary movement, gross and fine motor control, balance and equilibrium, and eye movement. Injury to the cerebellum can lead to standing problems, slurred speech, and incoordination.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cerebellum: The portion of the brain (located at the back) which helps coordinate movement (balance and muscle coordination). Damage may result in ataxia, which is a problem of muscle coordination. Ataxia can interfere with a person’s ability to walk, talk, eat, and to perform other self-care tasks.

Detailed explanation-3: -Because cerebellar damage disrupts the brain signals that are responsible for controlling movement, many cerebellar patients have difficulty walking (also called unsteady gait or ataxic gait).

Detailed explanation-4: -As the outermost portion of the brain, the cerebral cortex is one of the most common parts of the brain impacted by TBI. The cerebral cortex is essential for more advanced functions, including thought processes, reasoning, language, emotions, behaviors, movements and sensations.