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Limbic System

The limbic system is a complex network of brain structures located deep in the forebrain. It plays a crucial role in emotion, behavior, long-term memory and motivation. It works in concert with the hippocampus, hypothalamus, thalamus, and amygdala to interpret and respond to internal and external stimuli, including …

Curated from this journal's research 📚 3 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 1× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2474-9273 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

The limbic system is a complex network of brain structures located deep in the forebrain. It plays a crucial role in emotion, behavior, long-term memory and motivation. It works in concert with the hippocampus, hypothalamus, thalamus, and amygdala to interpret and respond to internal and external stimuli, including fear, pleasure, reward, and motivation. It helps to regulate emotions and links the brain’s centers of emotion, motivation, and memory. As a result, it’s essential for our ability to feel, to learn, and to recall past experiences. It’s also involved in the regulation of hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, which can affect our moods. Damage to the limbic system can lead to memory deficiencies, mood disorders, and cognitive impairments.

Research published in this journal

3 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 3 articles above have been cited 1 time in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Behavior Therapy And Mental Health (ISSN 2474-9273).

Journal editorial board
Dr. Rabiul Ahasan · Saudi Arabia Shahid Ullah · Australia Roberto Maniglio · Italy

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