Definitions for lateralization
ˌlæt ər ə ləˈzeɪ ʃənlat·er·al·iza·tion

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1. lateralization, lateralisation, lateralitynoun

   localization of function on either the right or left sides of the brain

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1. lateralizationnoun

   Localization of a function, such as speech, to the right or left side of the brain.

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1. lateralization

   The lateralization of brain function (or hemispheric dominance/ latralisation ) is the tendency for some neural functions or cognitive processes to be specialized to one side of the brain or the other. The median longitudinal fissure separates the human brain into two distinct cerebral hemispheres, connected by the corpus callosum. Although the macrostructure of the two hemispheres appears to be almost identical, different composition of neuronal networks allows for specialized function that is different in each hemisphere. Lateralization of brain structures is based on general trends expressed in healthy patients; however, there are numerous counterexamples to each generalization. Each human's brain develops differently, leading to unique lateralization in individuals. This is different from specialization, as lateralization refers only to the function of one structure divided between two hemispheres. Specialization is much easier to observe as a trend, since it has a stronger anthropological history.The best example of an established lateralization is that of Broca's and Wernicke's areas, where both are often found exclusively on the left hemisphere. Function lateralization, such as semantics, intonation, accentuation, and prosody, has since been called into question and largely been found to have a neuronal basis in both hemispheres. Another example is that each hemisphere in the brain tends to represent one side of the body. In the cerebellum, this is the same body side, but in the forebrain this is predominantly the contralateral side.

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1. lateralization

   Lateralization is a process in the brain where certain functions or activities are more dominant in one hemisphere than the other. This could involve speech, language, motor control, and other cognitive abilities that may be primarily controlled by either the left or right hemisphere of the brain. It is believed to be fundamental in understanding the brain organization of many species, especially humans.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of lateralization in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of lateralization in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Lateralization
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lateralization
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