Subiculum

The subiculum is the main output region of the hippocampus and is important to learning and memory. It plays a role in spatial navigation, symbol processing, and the stress response.

The subiculum is the main output region of the hippocampus and is therefore important to learning and memory. It also plays a role in spatial navigation, mnemonic (symbol) processing, and regulating the body' response to stress by inhibiting the HPA axis.

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