A group of subcortical nuclei involved in motor control, habit formation, reward processing, and procedural learning.
From Greek 'basis' (base, bottom) + 'ganglion' (tumor, swelling on a tendon). Deep brain structures at the base.
The basal ganglia are your brain's habit center — they automate repeated movements and behaviors so you don't have to think about them anymore.
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