Which Part of the Amygdala Is Primarily Responsible for the Increase

question 117

Multiple Choice

Which part of the amygdala is primarily responsible for the increase in heart rate and blood pressure that is experienced when a person feels fear?

• A) the lateral nucleus
• B) the central nucleus
• C) the basolateral nucleus
• D) the thalamus

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