Neuroprosthetics: Hallucinations and Self Distortions

This lecture delves into the topic of hallucinations and distortions of the self in the context of neuroprosthetics, exploring the executive memory, perceptual memory, and the anatomy of the frontal lobe. It covers the neural networks involved in sensory processing, cognitive functions, and the impact of cognitive decline in Parkinson's disease. The discussion extends to the structural and functional changes in the brain associated with cognitive deterioration, emphasizing the importance of multimodal hubs and the default mode network. The lecture also addresses the progression of cognitive impairment, the neural correlates of minor hallucinations, and the role of altered sensorimotor processing in inducing hallucinations.