Parts Of The Brain Flashcards
Describe the functions of the Thalamus.
Sensory relay station “Gatekeeper”
-only way to the cerebral cortex
What are the three main components of the limbic system?
Amygdala
Hippocampus
Hypothalamus
What is the main function of the amygdala?
Negative emotions
What is the main function of the hippocampus?
Memory consolidation and storage
What are the main functions of the hypothalamus?
Eating, drinking, sex (goal oriented behaviors and motivation)
What is the main function of the basal ganglia?
Intentional movement
Striatum-involved in posture and movement
What are the four lobes of the cerebral cortex?
frontal lobe
parietal lobe
Temporal lobe
Occipital lobe
What is the main function of the frontal lobe?
Speaking, muscle movements, plans and judgments
What is the main function of the parietal lobe?
Sensory information
What are the 4 parts of the brain stem?
Pons, medulla, cerebellum, reticular formation
What is the function of the temporal lobes?
Audition (auditory senses)
What is the function of the occipital lobe?
Process visual stimulus
What are the two main components of the prefrontal cortex?
Dorsolateral
Orbitofrontal
What is the main function of the corpus Callosum?
Carries messages between hemispheres
What does split brain research tell us?
The two hemispheres preform different functions and can work together as long as the corpus collusom intact. If not, the work independently of each other.
