Scent and the Limbic System

Scent and the Limbic System
Have you wondered why you are moved by a scent and, at times, even transported back in time? This is because our sense of smell provides a direct pathway into the brain’s limbic system, the home to emotions, memory, and imagination. Yes, you read that right! The connection between our brain and sense of smell is so unique that even before signals are relayed from our limbic system to the cortex (the cognitive region of the brain), our nose has already generated emotional responses and revived memories linked to the... Read more...