The lower-level structures of the brain include the brain stem, spinal cord, and cerebellum, primarily located in the hindbrain, midbrain, and diencephalon. These structures manage basic survival func...The lower-level structures of the brain include the brain stem, spinal cord, and cerebellum, primarily located in the hindbrain, midbrain, and diencephalon. These structures manage basic survival functions. The hindbrain, comprising the medulla oblongata, pons, and cerebellum, controls respiration and movement. The midbrain supports motor and sensory functions, while the diencephalon's thalamus and hypothalamus regulate emotions and behaviors.
The page provides an overview of the brain's structure and functions, focusing on lateralization, where certain functions are predominantly managed by one hemisphere. The brain, part of the central ne...The page provides an overview of the brain's structure and functions, focusing on lateralization, where certain functions are predominantly managed by one hemisphere. The brain, part of the central nervous system along with the spinal cord, is divided into two hemispheres connected by the corpus callosum. The text also discusses brain plasticity and how studying brain damage, such as strokes, contributes to understanding brain function.
