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		Is this why many engineers and programmers are socially inept? (Vid Games Damage Frontal Lobe) (about.com)
		2 points by chaostheory on March 26, 2008 \| hide \| past \| favorite \| 1 comment

chaostheory on March 26, 2008 [–]

"Damage to one's frontal lobes can do a variation of things:

Mental flexibility and spontaneity is impaired, but one's IQ would not lower.

Socialization can diminish; talking may decrease dramatically.

Senses regarding risk taking and rule abiding are impaired. "

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