Related Experiment Video

Updated: Aug 11, 2025

Brain Imaging Investigation of the Impairing Effect of Emotion on Cognition
16:08

Brain Imaging Investigation of the Impairing Effect of Emotion on Cognition

Published on: February 1, 2012

16.2K

Functional connectivity between the amygdala and prefrontal cortex underlies processing of emotion ambiguity

Sai Sun, Hongbo Yu, Rongjun Yu

    Biorxiv : the Preprint Server for Biology
    |February 7, 2023
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study reveals a brain network for processing ambiguous facial emotions, involving the amygdala and prefrontal cortex. This network uses bottom-up and top-down processes to interpret and resolve emotional ambiguity.

    More Related Videos

    Investigating the Neural Mechanisms of Aware and Unaware Fear Memory with fMRI12:51

    Investigating the Neural Mechanisms of Aware and Unaware Fear Memory with fMRI

    Published on: October 6, 2011

    13.2K
    Correlating Behavioral Responses to fMRI Signals from Human Prefrontal Cortex: Examining Cognitive Processes Using Task Analysis10:33

    Correlating Behavioral Responses to fMRI Signals from Human Prefrontal Cortex: Examining Cognitive Processes Using Task Analysis

    Published on: June 20, 2012

    12.9K

    Related Concept Videos

    Functional Brain Systems: Limbic System01:15

    Functional Brain Systems: Limbic System

    The limbic system, often called the "emotional brain," is a complex set of structures located deep within the brain. The intricate network of the limbic system supports a wide range of psychological functions, from emotional regulation to memory formation and sensory processing. This functional brain region encompasses specific parts of the diencephalon and the cerebrum, integrating the higher mental functions of the cerebral cortex with the primitive emotional responses of the deep brain...
    3.3K
    Role of Amygdala in Memory01:16

    Role of Amygdala in Memory

    The amygdala is a small, almond-shaped structure responsible for processing and storing memories, particularly those linked to emotions like fear and stress. It plays an essential role in the brain's response to emotionally significant events and often enhances memory formation by triggering stress hormone release. The amygdala is vital for encoding and retrieving memories associated with fear or stress, a process that is adaptive by helping organisms avoid dangerous situations.
    One of the...
    339
    Physiology of Emotion01:20

    Physiology of Emotion

    The physiology of emotions is a multifaceted process involving the autonomic nervous system, brain structures, hormones, and neurotransmitters. This intricate interplay dictates how emotions manifest in the body and influence behavior.
    Autonomic Nervous System
    The autonomic nervous system (ANS) plays a critical role in emotional responses by regulating involuntary physiological functions. It consists of two main components: the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. The sympathetic system...
    1.1K
    Association Areas of the Cortex01:21

    Association Areas of the Cortex

    Association areas are regions of the cerebral cortex that do not have a specific sensory or motor function. Instead, they integrate and interpret information from various sources to enable higher cognitive processes such as memory, learning, and decision-making. Some key association areas include the following:
    Prefrontal Association Area: This area is located in the frontal lobe and is involved in planning, decision-making, and moderating social behavior. It connects with primary motor areas,...
    5.7K
    Role of Cerebellum and Prefrontal Cortex in Memory01:14

    Role of Cerebellum and Prefrontal Cortex in Memory

    The cerebellum, while traditionally associated with motor control, also plays a crucial role in memory, particularly in procedural memory, which involves learning motor tasks that become automatic through repetition. For example, studies have shown that when the cerebellum is damaged, individuals or animals lose the ability to learn conditioned motor responses, such as the conditioned eye-blink response in classical conditioning experiments with rabbits. This study demonstrates the...
    539
    Facial Feedback Hypothesis01:24

    Facial Feedback Hypothesis

    Charles Darwin proposed that facial expressions are an evolutionary adaptation for communication. He argued that these expressions are not influenced by culture but are universal across species. For example, a snarling expression with exposed teeth signals a threat in many animals, including humans. Darwin also suggested that displaying an emotion can intensify the feeling. Smiling, for example, could enhance one's sense of happiness. This idea laid the foundation for understanding the role...
    228