Brain (regions of)
Important regions of the brain include:-
Basil Ganglia
The basal ganglia are a group of subcortical structures. Its main function is the control of movement but it may also play a part in some cognitive processes.
The components of the basal ganglia are as follows:-
The putamen and globus pallidus are collectively referred to as the lenticular nucleus.
Limbic system
The limbic system is a set of structures that together are involved in the control of emotion, behaviour, and memory.
The components of the limbic system are as follows:-
Basil Ganglia
The basal ganglia are a group of subcortical structures. Its main function is the control of movement but it may also play a part in some cognitive processes.
The components of the basal ganglia are as follows:-
- Striatum (caudate, putamen, nucleus accumbens)
- Subthalamic nucleus
- Globus pallidus
- Substantia nigra (divided into pars compacta and pars reticulate) - located in the midbrain and has important roles in movement, reward, addiction, and mood.
The putamen and globus pallidus are collectively referred to as the lenticular nucleus.
Limbic system
The limbic system is a set of structures that together are involved in the control of emotion, behaviour, and memory.
The components of the limbic system are as follows:-
- Amygdala
- Hippocampus
- Anterior thalamic nuclei
- Septum,
- Limbic cortex
- Fornix
