In my few years of debating this subject with YECs, Ive not once seen what Im about to talk about discussed. For anyone familiar with neuroscience, Im sure youre aware we have a 3-brain brain, called the triune brain. The 3 parts that make up our brain are the R-complex, the limbic system, and the neocortex. So my question: if you dont believe in common descent, how do you explain what the R-complex (reptilian complex) is? The R-complex consists of the brain stem and the cerebellum. Its purpose is closely related to actual physical survival and maintenance of the body. The cerebellum orchestrates movement. Digestion, reproduction, circulation, breathing, and the execution of the fight or flight response in stress are all housed in the brain stem. Because the reptilian brain is primarily concerned with physical survival, the behaviors it governs have much in common with the survival behaviors of animals. It plays a crucial role in establishing home territory, reproduction and social dominance. The overriding characteristics of R-complex behaviors are that they are automatic, have a ritualistic quality, and are highly resistant to change. The R-complex is literally the reptilian part of our brain. psycheducation.org/emotion/R%20complex.htm
Posted on: Tue, 13 Jan 2015 08:29:20 +0000
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