Brainstem - Deeper Dive

The brainstem connects the brain to the spinal cord and is essential to both survival and healthy nervous system function. In this video, I provide an overview of the structures that make up the brainstem, then I separately discuss the medulla oblongata, pons, and midbrain more in-depth. 00:00 Overview of brainstem structures 2:14 Medulla oblongata in depth 4:11 Pons in depth 6:01 Midbrain in depth Learn more on my website: https://neuroscientificallychallenged.com/posts/know-your-brain-brainstem WATCH MORE https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNZqyJnsvdMr5DGiq0XhTnspQqaFh8vEu&si=NUodR3Q0xJFBRTOJ If you're looking for accessible and entertaining ways to learn more about the brain, check out my books: 📚Your Brain, Explained: What Neuroscience Reveals About Your Brain and its Quirks: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Brain-Explained-Neuroscience-Reveals/dp/1473696569/ 📚Bizarre: The Most Peculiar Cases of Human Behavior and What They Tell Us About How the Brain Works: https://www.amazon.com/Bizarre-Peculiar-Cases-Human-Behavior/dp/139980121X/ REFERENCES Haines DE. Fundamental Neuroscience for Basic and Clinical Applications. 4th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2013. Vanderah TW, Gould DJ. Nolte's The Human Brain. 7th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2016. 📝 Pass your next test with my 2-minute neuro videos! My name is Marc, and I want to immerse you in the fascinating world of neuroscience. When I'm not making videos, I'm a university professor at Penn State. I made this channel to help simplify complex topics into easy-to-understand snippets, perfect for students & enthusiasts alike. 📚 I aim to make learning about the brain fun and easy. Whether you're a student seeking to supplement your studies or a curious mind eager to understand the basics of neuroscience, this channel will provide valuable insights and knowledge into the human brain. Subscribe and join our journey into the mind! 🧠