Definition: Prefrontal cortex

Prefrontal cortex

The part of our brain right behind our eyes, regulates actions, thoughts and behaviour.

It has strong connections with the amygdala. It is shut down by it when the amygdala is activated although, it can regulate the amygdala and its emotional responses.

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Cortex

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Amygdala

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