Cerebral Cortex: The outer layer of folded gray matter that covers most of our brains; it plays a crucial role in many higher-order cognitive processes such as perception, thinking, and memory.
Hippocampus: A seahorse-shaped structure located deep within each side of our brains; it plays a vital role in forming and storing memories.
Amygdala: A small, almond-shaped structure responsible for processing emotions, especially fear and aggression.