Functional organization of the midbrain periaqueductal gray for regulating aversive memory formation
Innately aversive experiences produce rapid defensive responses and powerful emotional memories. The midbrain periaqueductal gray (PAG) drives defensive behaviors through projections to brainstem motor control...
Source: Molecular Brain - Category: Neuroscience Authors: Li-Feng Yeh, Takaaki Ozawa and Joshua P. Johansen Tags: Research Source Type: research