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1
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Name the four main functions of the limbic system as well as the related structures.

A

Olfaction (olfactory cortex), memory (hippocamampus), emotions and drives (amygdala) and autonomic / endocrine functions (hypothalamus).

2
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Which three structures are involved in olfaction?

A

Olfactory bulbs, piriform cortex and amygdala.

3
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When it comes to emotions, which kind of stimuli are likely to be processed by the amygdala?

A

Pleasant and aversive stimuli.

4
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Apart from its role in emotions, what are other functions influenced by the amgydala?

A

Olfactory, autonomic and cognitive functions.

5
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Who is the only real friend of the poor hippocampus that is talking to him?

A

The entorhinal cortex.

6
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In Korsakoff’s syndrome, which brain area is likely to be affected? What do patients do to compensate for memory deficits?

A

Mamillary bodies. Patients start to comfabulate to compensate for memory deficits.

7
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Which brain regions, proximal to the hippocampus are involved in encoding object and which in encoding visuospatial information?

A

Perirhinal: objects.

Parahippocampal: visuospatial information.