Auditory area

Auditory Area is a region of the brain that is involved in the processing of auditory (sound) information. It is located within the temporal lobe, and is part of the auditory system.

Anatomy

The auditory area is divided into two main parts: the primary auditory area and the secondary auditory area. The primary auditory area (also known as Brodmann area 41) is the first region of the cerebral cortex to receive auditory input from the ears via the auditory pathway. The secondary auditory area (Brodmann areas 42 and 22) is responsible for the interpretation of sounds.

Function

The primary function of the auditory area is to interpret and process sound information. This includes determining the pitch, volume, and location of sounds. The secondary auditory area is involved in more complex processing, such as recognizing speech and music.

Clinical significance

Damage to the auditory area can result in a variety of auditory disorders, including auditory processing disorder, tinnitus, and hearing loss. In addition, certain neurological conditions, such as schizophrenia and autism, have been linked to abnormalities in the auditory area.

See also

• Auditory cortex
• Auditory system
• Temporal lobe