In Reaction to Emotional Memories Burned into It by the Intensity

question 56

Multiple Choice

In reaction to emotional memories burned into it by the intensity of the drug euphoria, the __________ operates outside of conscious control to cause intense cravings.

• A) hypothalamus
• B) medial forebrain bundle
• C) blood-brain barrier
• D) amygdala

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