The prefrontal cortex (PFC) is the area of the brain that is anterior to, or in front of, the motor cortex. It is most commonly associated with executive functions: cognitive processes that involve controlling short-sighted behavior to act with a goal in mind. In this video, I discuss the anatomy and general function of the PFC.
2-Minute Neuroscience: Prefrontal Cortex
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