October 1, 2008: Knife in the head

Shawnee123 · 09-30-2008, 10:14 AM

This reminds me of the story of Phineas Gage, which I learned about in some psych class. In 1848 an accident sent an iron pole through his skull. Because he survived it was a look into brain injuries as it relates to personality.

Fascinating stuff.

Look towards the bottom of the page on the right to see an artist depiction of the pole in the head. This is the image sparked when I saw zen's picture of the knife in the head.

09-30-2008, 10:14 AM	#13
Shawnee123 Why, you're a regular Alfred E Einstein, ain't ya? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 21,206	This reminds me of the story of Phineas Gage, which I learned about in some psych class. In 1848 an accident sent an iron pole through his skull. Because he survived it was a look into brain injuries as it relates to personality. Fascinating stuff. Look towards the bottom of the page on the right to see an artist depiction of the pole in the head. This is the image sparked when I saw zen's picture of the knife in the head. __________________ A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones who need the advice. --Bill Cosby

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