Simon Has Damage to His Amygdala

question 395

Multiple Choice

Simon has damage to his amygdala. It is most likely that he:

• A) feels excessively depressed.
• B) feels excessively manic and euphoric.
• C) has lost the capacity to set aside his fear even when the danger is gone.
• D) has difficulty recognizing his own fear or the fear of others.

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