Neuroscience: Limbic System and Allocortex
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What is the purpose of the posterior division of the cingulate gyrus?

  • Helps someone think
  • Helps in decision-making processes
  • Helps with sensory information (correct)
  • Helps in exhibiting emotions

Which part of the cingulate gyrus is responsible for exhibiting emotions?

  • Posterior Division
  • Cognitive Division
  • Affective Division (correct)
  • Subgenual

What is the function of the paracingulate gyrus?

  • Helps with motor control
  • Helps with memory formation
  • Helps with language processing
  • Helps distinguish between reality and fantasy (correct)

Which of the following is true regarding the paracingulate gyrus?

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What is the relationship between the subgenual cingulate gyrus and the genu of the corpus callosum?

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How does the cingulate gyrus appear in a lateral view of the brain hemisphere?

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What is the mnemonic used to remember the cingulate gyrus?

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What is the relationship between the cingulate sulcus and the cingulate gyrus?

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What is primarily contained within the ventral tegmental area?

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Which substance is known to activate the ventral tegmental area and elicit pleasure?

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What is the main function of the amygdala?

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What is a potential consequence of inhibiting the ventral tegmental area?

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What is indicated by over-activation of the stria terminalis?

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The insula and amygdala are associated with which emotions?

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Which area is associated with the appreciation of food taste?

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Which system provides dopaminergic innervation to the frontal cortex?

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Which statement best describes the putamen's role in emotions?

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The anterior agranular component is primarily responsible for which of the following?

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What is a known function of the claustrum?

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What is required for emotional stability and rationality according to the information provided?

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What physical changes can manifest due to anger or fear influenced by the stria terminalis?

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Which structure is closely related to the hippocampus and can trigger memories tied to emotions?

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Which of the following statements about romantic love is true?

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Which of the following is NOT a function associated with the stria terminalis?

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What role does the stria terminalis play in the brain?

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Which structure is involved in both hate and romantic passion circuits?

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How does the caudate nucleus contribute to emotional responses?

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What is a primary function of the stria terminalis?

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Which statement about the claustrum is accurate?

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What does the external capsule separate?

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In terms of emotional responses, what function does the caudate nucleus fulfill?

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Which component relates to both fear and anger manifestation?

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What is the primary role of the medial forebrain bundle?

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Which areas show modest connections with the ventral tegmental area?

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What might occur if a deep brain stimulation electrode is implanted too close to the medial forebrain bundle?

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What is the primary function of the septal nuclei according to the content?

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Which of the following statements about the dopamine pathway is accurate?

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What potential mood change may occur due to a malfunction near the medial forebrain bundle?

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What is a key feature of corticoclaustral circuits?

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Which statement describes the connections of the ventral tegmental area?

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What is the primary role of the orbitofrontal cortex?

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What specific brain structure is responsible for feelings of guilt, as mentioned in the text?

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Which of the following is NOT a function attributed to the orbitofrontal cortex?

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The text mentions that the orbitofrontal cortex is formed by two types of gyri. What are they?

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What is the significance of the cingulum in relation to the orbitofrontal cortex?

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How does the parahippocampal cortex relate to the hippocampus?

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What is the meaning of the phrase 'What’s in it for me?' as applied to the orbitofrontal cortex?

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Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between the orbitofrontal cortex and the neocortex?

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Flashcards

Cingulate Gyrus

A crucial part of the brain responsible for emotional processing, decision-making, and understanding others.

Subgenual Cingulate Gyrus

The part of the cingulate gyrus that helps us understand ourselves.

Affective Division

The part of the cingulate gyrus responsible for our emotional responses.

Cognitive Division

The part of the cingulate gyrus that aids in decision-making by helping us weigh options and make choices.

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Posterior Division

The part of the cingulate gyrus that processes sensory information and helps us understand social cues.

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Paracingulate Sulcus

A sulcus (valley) in the brain that helps us distinguish between reality and fantasy.

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Paracingulate Gyrus

A gyrus (hill) in the brain that helps us distinguish between reality and fantasy.

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Subgenual Cingulate Gyri

A smaller region of the Cingulate Gyrus, which may be absent in some individuals.

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What is the amygdala?

The amygdala is an almond-shaped structure located in the medial temporal lobe. It plays a crucial role in processing and remembering emotional reactions, particularly fear and anger.

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What are the functions of the amygdala?

The amygdala is responsible for processing and remembering emotional reactions, primarily fear and anger. It also processes the sense of smell.

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What is the insular cortex?

The insular cortex is involved in the intensity of feelings, particularly liking ('love') or disgust. It also contributes to the appreciation of taste.

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What are the functions of the insular cortex?

The insular cortex is responsible for the intensity of feelings, both positive and negative. It also plays a role in the appreciation of taste.

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What is the putamen?

The putamen is associated with the 'hate circuit' in the brain. It helps execute the feeling of hate.

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What is the putamen's role in the 'hate circuit'?

The putamen is involved in executing the feeling of hate and is part of the brain's 'hate circuit'.

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What is the stria terminalis?

The stria terminalis is a bundle of nerve fibers that connects the amygdala to other parts of the brain. It plays a role in the experience of emotions, particularly fear and anger.

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What is the role of the stria terminalis in emotion?

The stria terminalis is like a highway that connects the amygdala to other parts of the brain. It transmits signals related to fear and anger.

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Orbitofrontal Cortex

A brain region crucial for analyzing potential outcomes of an action, weighing costs and benefits, and ultimately deciding on a course of action based on emotions, probabilities, and expected rewards or punishments.

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Cingulum

A complex system of nerve fibers that form a ring around the corpus callosum. Serving as a communication pathway connecting various brain areas, including the hippocampus, amygdala, and prefrontal cortex.

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Hippocampus

A brain area responsible for forming new memories and playing a pivotal role in transferring them into long-term storage.

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Parahippocampal Cortex

A brain region that assists in processing and storing information related to spatial navigation, contextual memory, and visual perception.

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Limbic system

A network of brain structures involved in emotional processing, learning, and memory. It connects the hippocampus and amygdala to the prefrontal cortex

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Hypothalamus

A group of brain structures that are involved in regulating emotions, motivations, and basic survival instincts

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Guilt

The feeling of remorse, regret, or guilt that arises from recognizing wrongdoing or moral failings.

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Sensory modalities

The act of receiving or taking in information from the outside world through the senses.

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Ventral Tegmental Area (VTA)

A brain region involved in reward, motivation, and addiction. It contains dopamine neurons that project to the frontal cortex and limbic system.

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Dopamine

The neurotransmitter involved in reward, motivation, and movement. It is released by the VTA and other areas.

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Amygdala

A brain region involved in regulating emotions, particularly fear and anxiety. It plays a crucial role in emotional stability and rationality.

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Insula

A brain region located near the amygdala that processes feelings and emotions. It is involved in understanding and responding to social and bodily cues.

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Claustrum

A brain region thought to be involved in visual consciousness and potentially other functions. Its exact role is still under investigation.

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Putamen

The brain structure located next to the claustrum.

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Frontal Cortex

A brain region located in the frontal lobe that is responsible for higher-order cognitive functions, such as planning, decision-making, and motivation.

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Cortical satellite

Part of the cerebral cortex, it acts like a "satellite" to other brain regions, helping to direct attention and maintain alertness.

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Medial forebrain bundle

A bundle of nerve fibers that connects the VTA to the prefrontal cortex and nucleus accumbens. Plays a vital role in delivering dopamine for pleasure and reward.

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VTA connections to frontal lobe

A dense network of connections between the VTA and the frontal lobe, responsible for higher cognitive functions.

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Septal nuclei

A brain area associated with pleasure and reward, it is heavily involved in the experience of satisfaction.

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Subthalamic nucleus

A brain structure that helps control movement. In Parkinson's disease, it malfunctions, leading to tremors and stiffness.

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Acute hypomania

A condition that can occur when deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease is placed too close to the medial forebrain bundle. It is characterized by excessive energy and mood swings.

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Bipolar disorder

A mood disorder characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression.

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Stria Terminalis

A thin strip of white matter that connects the amygdala to the hypothalamus and other brain regions. It plays a key role in processing fear and anger responses.

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Caudate Nucleus

A brain structure that is important for planning, movement, and cognitive functions. It is also believed to play a role in emotional processing, especially in love and attraction.

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Intensity of hate and love

The intensity of emotions, like hate and love, can vary depending on an individual's current state of mind and external factors.

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Insular Cortex

An area in the brain that processes sensory information, including taste and visceral sensations. It also plays a role in emotional responses like disgust and empathy.

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Globus Pallidus

A brain structure involved in movement. It is connected to the putamen and plays a role in regulating muscle activity.

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Amygdala and Stria Terminalis

The amygdala is a brain structure responsible for processing emotions, especially fear and anger. Its main outflow pathway is the stria terminalis which communicates with the hypothalamus, influencing physiological responses to these emotions.

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Study Notes

The Limbic System

  • The limbic system is a ring of structures inside the brain, excluding the cerebral cortex.
  • It's the location of most emotions.
  • Structures within have 3-5 layers.
  • Structures with fewer than 6 layers are part of the limbic system.
  • It's considered the "primitive brain," though a less accurate view of its function.
  • Includes the insula, substantia innominata, and cingulate gyrus.

Allocortex

  • A type of cerebral cortex, different from the neocortex.
  • Subtypes include paleocortex, periallocortex, and archicortex.
  • Paleocortex is the oldest part of the brain in the temporal lobe, with the olfactory lobe and nerve.
  • Periallocortex is a transition zone between the neocortex and allocortex, with a role in smell.
  • Archicortex is involved in memory, navigation, and attention control.

Mesolimbic System

  • A CNS circuit.
  • The ventral tegmental area (VTA) produces dopaminergic inputs to different brain regions.
  • The mesolimbic system includes the mesencephalon and limbic system within the cerebral cortex.
  • It involves dopamine pathways in the cerebral cortex and limbic system.

Structures of the Limbic System

  • Cingulate gyrus is involved in emotions, decision-making, and sensory processing.
  • Subdivisions include: subgenual, affective, and posterior parts; the posterior cingulate cortex is a key part
  • The paracingulate sulcus and gyrus are involved in reality vs. fantasy differentiation.
  • Patients with schizophrenia often show smaller/absent subgenual and paracingulate gyri.
  • Indusium griseum (supracallosal gyrus) is a thin gray matter layer located above the corpus callosum.
  • The vestigial extension of the hippocampus represents a remnant of a larger structure during development, that is expected to shrink.
  • Posterior Cingulate Cortex (PCC) functions include processing sensory information, understanding others' beliefs, and empathy.

Orbitofrontal Cortex

  • Involved in decision-making based on risk, reward, and emotions.
  • Considers the probable consequences of actions, guilt, and pleasure.

Parahippocampal Cortex

  • Located in the medial temporal lobe.
  • Connects to the cingulate gyrus and contributes to the uncus (temporal lobe).
  • Subdivisions include entorhinal cortex, perirhinal cortex, and parahippocampal place area.
  • Plays a crucial part in place recognition and in understanding social situations (e.g., sarcasm).

Hippocampus

  • Plays a crucial role in short-term memory.
  • Has a seahorse-like shape (sagittal view), a ram's horn (coronal), or a banana shape in axial views.
  • Involved in memory retrieval and spatial navigation, and attention control.
  • The fornix connects the hippocampus to the septal nuclei and mammillary bodies, potentially impacted by Vitamin B deficiency.

Reward Centers

  • Septal nuclei and nucleus accumbens are considered reward centers, implicated in motivation and memory association.

Amygdala

  • Almond-shaped, associated with fear, anger, emotional responses and smell.
  • Plays a crucial role in processing emotional reactions, particularly fear and anger.
  • Connected to the hypothalamus.

Basal Ganglia (Subcortical Gray Matter)

  • Automates or inhibits action.
  • The nucleus accumbens is associated with compulsive eating, wanting, or liking food.
  • Similar areas activated by some drugs.
  • Ventral pallidum is involved in liking sensory pleasures.

Brainstem

  • Parabrachial nucleus is involved in interpreting the qualities of food and generating motivation for further consumption.

Ventral tegmental area (VTA) and Eating

  • Ghrelin hormone from the stomach triggers feelings of hunger, stimulating food intake and weight gain roles in glucose metabolism.
  • VTA is sensitive to hunger cues and has ghrelin receptors.
  • Overactivity can lead to overeating disorders and obesity.

Additional Notes

  • The medial forebrain bundle connects the VTA to reward centers.
  • Sleep is critical for memory consolidation through hippocampal replay and transfer to the neocortex.

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