What happens when the two halves of your brain can no longer communicate? Split-brain syndrome is a rare condition that occurs when the corpus callosum, the bridge between the brain’s hemispheres, is severed. We explore why this procedure is sometimes performed, how it impacts perception and behavior, and the groundbreaking research that revealed the surprising ways the brain adapts when divided. Check out my new YouTube video where I explain this all in detail! Click the link in my profile page

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