Brain Localization and Neurotransmission Quiz

Linked to emotion, especially towards fear, anger, aggression, and hostility.

Coordinates voluntary movement, balance, motor skills, and muscle coordination. Known as the "Little Brain" at rear of brainstem.

Controls maintenance functions such as eating, governs the endocrine system, and is linked to emotion and reward. The hypothalamus also governs the amount of fear, thirst, sexual drive, and aggression we feel

Major part of the brain stem. It focuses on localizing in breathing and heart rate.

Generates signals to direct the movement of the body.

Works with the cerebellum to help coordinate movement, balance, and posture along with sleep control. Regulates respiration and auditory information.

Helps control arousal (awake/asleep) and attention/habituation.

The area of the brain that is responsible for receiving and processing sensory information.

Relays messages between the lower brain centers/sensory organs to the cerebral cortex.

• Known as the "sensory switchboard"

• Reroute signals; think ATL Airport

The visual processing areas of cortex in the occipital and temporal lobes.