Understanding the Brain's Functional Layers

The video explores the complexity of the brain, simplifying it into three functional layers: the reptilian brain, the limbic system, and the cortex. Each layer has distinct roles, from basic regulation to emotional processing and cognitive control. The video discusses how these layers interact, influencing behaviors and decisions. It also covers conscious regulation techniques, like biofeedback, to manage autonomic functions for better health.

What is the primary function of the reptilian brain?

• Long-term planning

• Emotional regulation

• Impulse control

• Regulatory functions

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for emotions like fear and anxiety?

• Cerebellum

• Reptilian brain

• Limbic system

• Cortex

What is the most recently evolved part of the brain?

• Brainstem

• Limbic system

• Cortex

• Reptilian brain

How can the limbic system influence the reptilian brain?

• By regulating body temperature

• Through cognitive reasoning

• Through emotional states

• By controlling impulse

What happens when the cortex influences the limbic system?

• It causes regulatory changes

• It evokes emotional responses

• It increases heart rate

• It decreases stress levels

How does hunger affect our moral judgments?

• Improves decision-making

• Reduces emotional responses

• Leads to harsher judgments

• Makes us more charitable

What is a common effect of stress on decision-making?

• Impulsive decisions

• Increased emotional stability

• Improved long-term planning

• Enhanced cognitive processing

What is the goal of biofeedback techniques?

• To increase stress levels

• To evoke negative memories

• To consciously regulate autonomic functions

• To enhance emotional responses

Which technique involves using positive memories to manage stress?

• Hypnosis

• Meditation

• Biofeedback

• Cognitive therapy

What is a potential benefit of biofeedback?

• Increased blood pressure

• Decreased cognitive function

• Improved emotional regulation

• Enhanced stress response