How Do Changes in the Amygdala Over Time Impact the Regulation

question 135

Multiple Choice

How do changes in the amygdala over time impact the regulation of emotion?

• A) Younger adults have higher amygdala activation and lower emotional arousal.
• B) Younger adults have lower amygdala activation and higher emotional arousal.
• C) Older adults have higher amygdala activation and lower emotional arousal.
• D) Older adults have lower amygdala activation and lower emotional arousal.

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Definitions:

Self-serving Bias

The tendency to attribute one's successes to internal factors and failures to external factors, protecting self-esteem.

Dispositional Reasons

Explanations for behavior that are attributed to an individual's inherent qualities or personality traits.

Disposition

A person's inherent qualities of mind and character.

Perceptual Defence

The subconscious avoidance or modification of perceiving threatening or emotionally disturbing information to protect the self.