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1. Glossary

Ventral tegmental area

Located in the midbrain, the uppermost section of the brain stem, is the ventral tegmental area (VTA) – a central component of the reward system. The area itself is not particularly large, but its influence is immense: the neurons of the VTA send their axons to the nucleus accumbens and widely into the prefrontal cortex (PFC), where they release the neuromodulator dopamine. In this way, they enhance learning processes, but can also contribute to the development of addictions.

1. Basics
2. Anatomy

The Cingulate Gyrus

When paying attention, experiencing pain, or feeling emotions, the cingulate gyrus on the inside of the cortex becomes active.

22.09.2023