habenula

/ˌhæbɪˈnuːlə/

Definitions

1. noun

A small group of cells in the brain, specifically a small nucleus located in the epithalamus, involved in the regulation of sleep-wake cycles and reward processing.

“The habenula plays a critical role in the modulation of emotional responses in the brain.”

Synonyms

  • interpeduncular nucleus
  • rostromedial tegmental nucleus

Antonyms

  • reward center