The Brain Structure That Sends Inhibitory Signals to the Amygdala

question 35

Multiple Choice

The brain structure that sends inhibitory signals to the amygdala to diminish fear and anxiety is the

• A) thalamus.
• B) prefrontal cortex.
• C) hypothalamus.
• D) cingulate cortex.

Identify the predictors and outcomes of sexual activity among youths and adults.

Comprehend the diversity of human sexual experiences across cultures and sexual orientations.

Understand the practices and consequences related to sexual health, including contraception usage and STI prevention.

Analyze the role of gender and culture in shaping sexual behavior and attitudes.

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Definitions:

Evaluation Apprehension

The fear of being judged by others, which can affect performance and behavior in social and evaluation situations.

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform differently when in the presence of others than when alone, typically improving performance on simple or well-rehearsed tasks and hindering it on complex tasks.

Drive Theory

A theory in psychology that explains motivation as being driven by the desire to reduce internal tensions caused by unmet needs.

Social Facilitation

The tendency for individuals to perform better on tasks when in the presence of others than when alone.