amigdála
The amigdála, or amygdala, is an almond-shaped cluster of nuclei located in the medial temporal lobe. It is a central component of the limbic system and is involved in processing emotional significance, threat detection, and autonomic arousal.
Anatomy and connections: The amygdala consists of several nuclei organized into basolateral, centromedial, and cortical divisions.
Functions: The amygdala plays a key role in fear learning and conditioning, emotional memory formation, and
Clinical relevance: Altered amygdala function is linked to anxiety disorders, PTSD, and related psychiatric conditions. Imaging
Imaging and study: Neuroimaging methods such as functional MRI and PET are commonly used to study amygdala