Amygdala.pptVIP

Amygdala CLASS2.BIO.ECNU Front Page Introduction Brain Structure Amygdala Introduction Brain Structure Brain Structure Brain Structure AmygdalaLocation AmygdalaLocation AmygdalaLocation AmygdalaAbstract AmygdalaStructure AmygdalaFunction Perform primary roles in the formation and storage of memories associated with emotional events(such as defence, escape, pain, motivation, emotional discrimination,learning and memory). Implicate in emotional states associated with aggressive, maternal, sexual, and ingestive (eating and drinking) behaviors. Exposure to emotional faces potently（strongly） activates the human amygdala Amygdalaorganization Psychiatric conditions Damages to the amygdala account for changes in emotional processing. Various anxiety disorders (PTSD, phobia/fear, and panic), depression, schizophrenia(神经分裂症), and autism（孤独症）, to name a few. AmygdalaConclusion * The amygdalae(pl.) are almond-shaped groups of nuclei located deep within the medial temporal lobes of the brain in complex vertebrates, including humans. Perform a primary role in the processing and memory of emotional reactions They are considered part of the limbic system. The lateral amygdala is a major site receiving inputs from visual, auditory, somatosensory (including pain) systems, the medial nucleus of the amygdala is strongly connected with the olfactory system, and the central nucleus connects with brainstem areas that control the expression of innate behaviors and associated physiological responses. The dorsal subnucleus of the lateral nucleus receives much of the direct sensory flow to the amygdala, while the medial division of the central nucleus is the part that connects with response control regions. Some areas of the amygdala, as shown in the rat brain. The same nuclei are present in primates, including humans. Different staining methods show amygdala nuclei from different perspectives. Left panel: Nissl cell body stain. Middle panel: acetylcholinesterase stain. Right