Asked by Daniel Scicchitano on Jul 15, 2024
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Which areas of the brain are likely to be active as John experiences fear about his big presentation
A) lateral hypothalamus
B) right frontal lobe
C) amygdala
D) cerebellum
Amygdala
A section of the brain's limbic system involved in emotion, particularly fear and pleasure, influencing behavior and decision-making.
Lateral Hypothalamus
An area of the brain thought to control hunger and thirst by regulating the release of various neurotransmitters and influencing eating behavior.
Frontal Lobe
The part of the brain located at the front of each cerebral hemisphere, involved in decision making, problem solving, and controlling behavior and emotions.
- Understand the neural and physiological mechanisms underlying emotional and motivational states.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the neural and physiological mechanisms underlying emotional and motivational states.
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