The Key Brain Structure That Mediates Fearful Responding to Phobic

question 18

Multiple Choice

The key brain structure that mediates fearful responding to phobic stimuli is the:

• A)amygdala
• B)cerebral cortex
• C)cerebellum
• D)limbic system

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Definitions:

Proximal-distal

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Preschooler

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Bodily Harm

Physical injury, damage, or harm inflicted on a person's body by an external force or substance.

Weight Gain

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