The structure of the brain Flashcards
What are the four lobes of the brain and their general functions?
Frontal Lobe: Involved in thinking, planning, problem-solving, and movement.
Parietal Lobe: Processes sensory information such as touch, temperature, and pain.
Temporal Lobe: Involved in memory, language, and hearing.
Occipital Lobe: Primarily responsible for vision.
What is the role of the prefrontal cortex?
The prefrontal cortex is located in the frontal lobe and is responsible for higher cognitive functions, such as decision-making, planning, problem-solving, personality expression, and impulse control.
What is the role of the amygdala?
The amygdala, located in the temporal lobe, is involved in processing emotions, particularly fear and anger, and plays a role in emotional memory and emotional responses.
What is the role of the hippocampus?
The hippocampus, located in the temporal lobe, is essential for the formation of long-term memories and the ability to navigate spatial environments.
What is the role of the hypothalamus?
The hypothalamus, located below the thalamus in the diencephalon, regulates important functions such as hunger, thirst, body temperature, sleep, and hormonal release via the pituitary gland. It also controls the autonomic nervous system.
