Brain Centres - Function Flashcards
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Hippocampus
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Memory
Atrophies in depression so also get memory decline
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Amygdyla
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Evaluates for dangers and threats Opiate receptors for pain Estradiol receptors for menstrual cycle ! Hyperactivity, fear - threats ignored Acts on and acted on by Hypothalamus, enables regulation of emotions from placid to fearful, angry