BehSci parts of brain

The brain

The organ that controls everything we do and how our body functions. It sends and receives electrical messages to and from the body.

The Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, divided into two hemispheres (left and right). Each hemisphere is further divided into four lobes. The left hemisphere controls the right side of the body, and the right hemisphere controls the left side of the body.

Frontal Lobe

Controls speech, problem-solving, movement, personality, and sensations.

Temporal Lobe

Processes sounds and stores memories.

Parietal Lobe

Processes touch, temperature, pain, and helps with object recognition.

Occipital Lobe

Processes what we see.

The Cerebellum

Controls balance, posture, and coordination.

The Brainstem

Controls automatic functions like breathing, sneezing, coughing, and swallowing.

Pituitary Gland

Produces hormones that control many body functions, such as growth and the production of sperm and eggs.

Pineal Gland

Produces the hormone melatonin, which controls our sleep.