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n. - Localization of function on either the right or left sides of the brain.

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  • 'lateralisation' is not unique to us, but seems to be present in all back-boned animals, from fish to apes.
  • Cognitive ability and cerebral lateralisation in transsexuals.
  • The damage seriously compromised neuro-endocrine function, especially the pineal gland, initiated dysfunctional lateralisation of the cerebral hemispheres and, in...
  • The article is packed full of fascinating observations including the fact that the fetus demonstrates handedness by 10 weeks of gestation – before any signs of hemispheric...
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