The Anatomy of the Brain

The Limbic System

The limbic system is comprised of four main structures: the amygdala, the hippocampus, regions of the limbic cortex and the septal area. These structures form connections between the limbic system and the hypothalamus, thalamus, and cerebral cortex. The hippocampus is important in memory and learning, while the limbic system itself is central in the control of emotional responses.

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• Introduction to the Brain - The Cerebral Cortex
• The Four Lobes
• The Brain Stem
• The Midbrain
• The Cerebellum
• The Thalamus
• The Hypothalamus
• The Limbic System
• The Basal Ganglia