Glossary H
Glossary H
Herpes encephalitis is defined as an infection that aggressively attacks the medial temporal and orbital frontal areas, resulting in the destruction of much of the limbic system, especially the hippocampus.
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Hertz (Hz) is defined as the unit for designating the frequency of a tone. One Hertz equals one cycle per second.
Heschl's gyrus is a gyrus of the superior temporal lobes known as the primary auditory cortex usually larger in area in the right hemisphere because two gyri are often present. Heschl's gyrus plays a role in non-speech and musical processing.
Hesitation or hesitating is the psychological process of pausing in the course of making a decision or taking an action, typically due to uncertainty as to the best course of action. Hesitation is described in both positive and negative terms, with some perceiving it as an indication of thoughtfulness, while others characterize it as a sign of indecisiveness or lack of the will to act.