Which of the Following Brain Structures Is Associated with Instinctive

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following brain structures is associated with instinctive aggressive reactions in nonhumans?  

• A)Amygdala  
• B)Hippocampus  
• C)Cerebellum  
• D)Hypothalamus

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Definitions:

Sensory Register

The initial processing center for incoming sensory information, capturing brief impressions from each of the senses.

Short-Term Storage

The component of memory where small amounts of information can be kept for a short period of time, typically just seconds to minutes.

Information-Processing Approach

A perspective in psychology that compares human thinking processes to computer analysis, focusing on how people process, store, encode, retrieve, and manipulate information to make decisions and solve problems.

Cognitive Development

Refers to the mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including aspects such as awareness, reasoning, problem-solving, and judgment as they evolve throughout a person's life.