You Observe a Patient Who Seems to Experience and Express

question 84

Multiple Choice

You observe a patient who seems to experience and express a lot of emotion, but he is unable to regulate his emotional behaviour. We might expect to find damage to which of the following brain areas?

• A) hippocampus
• B) amygdala
• C) thalamus
• D) nucleus accumbens
• E) prefrontal cortex

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Definitions:

Hegemonic Masculinity

A concept in sociology that describes the practices that promote the dominant social position of men, and the subordinate social position of women.

Homosocial Reproduction

The tendency for people in positions of power to select or promote others who are similar to themselves, particularly in terms of gender, ethnicity, or social background.

Antifeminism

The opposition to feminism or movements aimed at establishing equality of the sexes, often supporting traditional gender roles.

Be a Man

A phrase often used to enforce traditional masculine norms emphasizing toughness and emotional suppression.