The Emotion of Fear That Comes Over a Patient Who

question 35

Multiple Choice

The emotion of fear that comes over a patient who is afraid to go to the dentist originates from this section of the brain.

• A)the medulla
• B)the amygdala
• C)the hippocampus
• D)the cerebral cortex

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Definitions:

Nervous System

An extensive network of specialized cells and tissues responsible for controlling and coordinating body activities by transmitting electrical and chemical signals throughout the body.

Meninx

A term related to the meninges, which are the three layers of protective tissue surrounding the brain and spinal cord.

Withdrawal Reflex

An involuntary reaction to a painful or harmful stimulus that results in the quick retraction of the body part exposed to the danger, providing a protective mechanism.

Stretch Reflex

A muscle contraction in response to stretching within the muscle, designed to maintain muscle tone and posture.