Smell and Emotion
The olfactory bulb connects to various brain regions, influencing our conscious perception of smell through the orbitofrontal cortex. Unique among the senses, smell has direct ties to emotional centers like the amygdala and the hippocampus, suggesting a deep evolutionary link between olfaction and emotions. This relationship underscores how smell can significantly affect behavior and memory, particularly in animals.In this clip
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Episode 59: Smell
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