What is infralimbic?

The infralimbic cortex is a part of the prefrontal cortex located in the medial part of the rat brain, and is considered homologous to the human anterior cingulate cortex. It is involved in various cognitive functions, including memory, decision-making, and emotional regulation. The infralimbic cortex has been studied extensively in relation to fear extinction, where it helps to inhibit fear responses in the brain. Dysfunction of the infralimbic cortex has been linked to several psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, and addiction. Research on the infralimbic cortex is ongoing, as it holds potential for developing new treatments for mental health disorders.