#summary Full Biological Hierarchy [Home] -> [BiologicalLifeResearch] -> [BiologicalHierarchyFull] -> [bioAmygdala] ---- == Overview == * serves as a bridge between [bioThalamus thalamus] and the hypothalamus * develops as you age and mature but is NOT automatic * development of the bridge can be promoted by the voices that teens hear in their heads from mentors, parents and others with whom they feel connected