Hippocampus
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Where is the hippocampus located?
In the medial temporal lobe, next to the amygdala, shaped like a seahorse.
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What is the main function of the hippocampus?
Forming new long-term memories and spatial navigation.
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How does the hippocampus interact with the amygdala?
It “tags” memories with emotion so you remember emotionally important events.
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What happens if the hippocampus is damaged?
Anterograde amnesia (can’t form new memories).
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Which disease is linked to hippocampus shrinkage?
Alzheimer’s disease.
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