Limbic System and Related Structures Flashcards
1
Q
The limbic system wraps around the brain and lies beneath what?
A
CEREBRAL CORTEX
2
Q
The _____________ plays an important role in emotional behaviours, especially fear.
A
AMYGDALA
3
Q
Name the brains pleasure centre?
A
NUCLEUS ACCUMBENS
4
Q
Name the part of the brain involved in the consolidation of short term memory into long term?
A
HIPPOCAMPUS
5
Q
Name the part of the brain implicated in planning complex cognitive behaviour?
A
PREFRONTAL CORTEX
6
Q
The _________________ is involved in controlling the ANS, endocrine systems, and organizes behaviours.
A
HYPOTHALAMUS
7
Q
What is located in the hypothalamus, controlling circadian rhythms via the pineal gland’s secretion of the hormone melatonin?
A
SUPRACHIASMATIC NUCLEUS
