Which Brain Structure Influences Autonomic Activity? ​

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which brain structure influences autonomic activity? ​

• A)thalamus
• B)hypothalamus
• C)cerebrum
• D)brain stem
• E)cerebellum ​

---

Definitions:

Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

A class of drugs that inhibit the reuptake of serotonin in the brain, used to treat depression and anxiety disorders.

Social Anxiety

A chronic mental health condition characterized by significant fear of being judged or negatively evaluated by others, leading to avoidance of social situations.

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

Pervasive rigidity in one’s activities and interpersonal relationships; includes qualities such as emotional constriction, extreme perfectionism, and anxiety resulting from even slight disruptions in one’s routine.

Workaholics

Individuals who have a compulsion to work excessively and have difficulty disconnecting from their work.