The Subcortex is located below the cerebral cortex and completely covered by it. It can be divided into three general areas: (1) Brainstem or hindbrain; (2) Midbrain; and (3) forebrain. A person can loose large portions of the cerebrum and still survive.

What structures make up the Subcortex?

Subcortical structures are a group of diverse neural formations deep within the brain which include the diencephalon, pituitary gland, limbic structures and the basal ganglia. They are involved in complex activities such as memory, emotion, pleasure and hormone production.

What structures are in the telencephalon?

The telencephalon has four major components: the cerebral cortex, the limbic forebrain structures, the basal ganglia, and the olfactory system.