The Limbic System

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What is the Limbic System?

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A complex set of structures in the brain that deals with emotions and memory.

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What is the function of the Basal Ganglia?

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It is the control center for movement and behavior.

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What does the Hippocampus do?

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It plays important roles in the consolidation of information from short-term memory to long-term memory and is involved in spatial memory.

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Which part of the brain is responsible for balance and coordination?

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The Cerebellum.

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What is the role of the Amygdala?

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It is involved in processing emotions, especially fear and pleasure.

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What does the Frontal Lobe control?

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It is responsible for decision making, planning, reasoning, and carrying out behaviors.

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What type of matter is the Basal Ganglia made of?

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It contains grey matter.

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How does the Limbic System affect behavior?

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It influences emotions, motivations, and memory, which can affect behavior.

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What is the Thalamus responsible for?

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It acts as a relay station for sensory information.

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What is spatial memory?

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It is the part of memory that enables navigation and understanding of the environment.