When People with Amygdala Damage Undergo Fear Conditioning, They Understand

question 43

True/False

When people with amygdala damage undergo fear conditioning, they understand that the conditioned stimulus (e.g., a color) predicts a shock, but show no physiological response to it.

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Definitions:

Frontal Lobe

is the area of the brain responsible for voluntary movement, expressive language, and for managing higher level executive functions.

Temporal Lobe

A region of the cerebral cortex involved in auditory perception, memory, and speech.

Occipital Lobe

The region of the cerebral cortex located at the back of the brain, responsible for processing visual information.

Withdrawal Response

A defensive reaction to a threat or pain, characterized by pulling away or retreating.