The Tendency of the Amygdala of Shy Infants to Overreact

question 160

Multiple Choice

The tendency of the amygdala of shy infants to overreact to a novel stimulus or situation ________.

• A) disappears by late childhood
• B) persists into adolescence
• C) disappears by early childhood
• D) disappears by middle childhood

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Definitions:

Nonverbal Cues

Body language or actions, rather than words, used to convey feelings, intentions, or information, such as facial expressions, gestures, and posture.

Liking

A feeling of affection or fondness towards someone, often considered less intense than love.

Pleasure

A feeling of happiness or satisfaction derived from experiencing something enjoyable.

Nonverbal Messaging

Communicating without the use of spoken language, utilizing instead gestures, facial expressions, and body posture to convey messages.