prefrontal cortex
noun
: the gray matter of the anterior part of the frontal lobe that is highly developed in humans and plays a role in the regulation of complex cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning
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After birth, particles can also penetrate the prefrontal cortex—the part of the brain behind the forehead—after being inhaled through the nose.
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Debra Hendrickson, WIRED, 4 Jan. 2025
The ventromedial prefrontal cortex is involved with action control, memory, and making decisions.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
This research suggests that introverts possess a thicker prefrontal cortex compared to extroverts, indicating more brain tissue in the region responsible for deep thinking and decision-making.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Studies have also indicated that young people are particularly susceptible to impulse control issues due to a developing prefrontal cortex.
—Brian Curcio, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Debra Hendrickson, WIRED, 4 Jan. 2025
The ventromedial prefrontal cortex is involved with action control, memory, and making decisions.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
This research suggests that introverts possess a thicker prefrontal cortex compared to extroverts, indicating more brain tissue in the region responsible for deep thinking and decision-making.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Studies have also indicated that young people are particularly susceptible to impulse control issues due to a developing prefrontal cortex.
—Brian Curcio, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Prefrontal cortex.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prefrontal%20cortex. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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