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The Role of the Amygdala in Controlling Hypothalamic Output

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The Neurobiology of the Amygdala

Part of the book series: Advances in Behavioral Biology ((ABBI,volume 2))

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There are many fascinating accounts of the role which the amygdala plays in determining the precise form of the output of the hypothalamus. Most of the pertinent studies have utilized as measurable indicators of output various behavioural, physiological or biochemical parameters. This approach has increased knowledge not only about amygdalo-hypothalamic interrelationships, but also about the underlying role of each structure in the organism’s adaptations to environmental changes. It also has been of considerable heuristic benefit in encouraging investigation into the cellular basis underlying such adaptations.

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Murphy, J.T. (1972). The Role of the Amygdala in Controlling Hypothalamic Output. In: The Neurobiology of the Amygdala. Advances in Behavioral Biology, vol 2. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-8987-7_13

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