Amygdala (Noun)
Meaning
An almond-shaped neural structure in the anterior part of the temporal lobe of the cerebrum; intimately connected with the hypothalamus and the hippocampus and the cingulate gyrus; as part of the limbic system it plays an important role in motivation and emotional behavior.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The amygdala is a small but crucial part of the brain that processes emotions such as fear and anxiety.
- Damage to the amygdala can result in impaired emotional regulation and decision-making abilities.
- The role of the amygdala in fear conditioning has been extensively studied and its involvement in post-traumatic stress disorder remains a topic of ongoing research.
- Studies have shown that the amygdala is highly active when an individual is exposed to a threatening or stressful stimulus.
- The amygdala's connection to the hippocampus allows it to associate emotional experiences with specific memories and environments.