Inner Brain

2. Helps with vision, hearing, and movement. It also controls alertness and arousal.
4. Called the "master gland," it controls growth and other glands in the body by releasing hormones.
8. Controls automatic functions like heartbeat, breathing, and digestion.
9. A bundle of nerve fibers that connects the left and right sides of the brain so they can communicate.
10. Controls hunger, thirst, body temperature, and emotions. It also connects the brain to the hormonal system.

1. Key part of forming and storing memories. Helps us learn new things.
3. Coordinates balance, posture, and smooth body movements.
4. Produces melatonin, which helps regulate sleep and wake cycles.
5. Handles emotions, especially fear and anger. Helps us react to threats.
6. Helps connect different parts of the brain. Plays a role in breathing and sleep.
7. Acts like a relay station, sending sensory signals (like touch and sound) to the right parts of the brain.