1.) Preview: The lower level structures of the brain are very important. First, there is the brainstem which is formed where the spinal cord swells and forms he medulla. The medulla regulates heartbeats and breathing. The reticular formation resides within the brainstem. It controls arousal. On the top of the brainstem there is the thalamus. The thalamus is considered to be the sensory switchboard of the brain. On the back of the brainstem id the cerebellum which coordinates muscle movement. In between the brainstem and the cerebral cortex is where the limbic system resides. The limbic system contains the amygdala, the hypothalamus and the hippocampus. The amygdale is involved in responses of aggression and fear. The hypothalamus is in control of bodily maintenance functions. Finally the hippocampus is in control of memory.
2.) Listen to Photo story
3.) Go through Power Point (Take notes below)
Lower Level Structures of the Brain
1.) The Brainstem
a. Medulla:
b. Reticular Formation:
2.) The Thalamus
a. Thalamus:
3.) The Cerebellum
a. Cerebellum:
4.) The limbic System
a. Amygdala:
b. Hypothalamus:
c. Hippocampus:
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