Question

Kathleen has been arrested several times for shoplifting. Because she is a repeat offender, the judge requested a psychological evaluation. The results show a young woman with difficulty thinking through problems and generating appropriate solutions. In addition, she has impaired judgment and difficulty controlling impulses. What brain lobe would most likely be involved in this type of cognitive dysfunction?

Answer 1

Answer: Frontal lobe

Explanation:

The damage of the frontal lobe of the brain is actually known for the impairment of the quality of thinking and decision making. The damage is also associated with inability to self control, judegment and reasoning.

According to the above information, frontal lobe is the correct option.