We Know That the Amygdala Is Especially Activated When Someone

question 8

Multiple Choice

We know that the amygdala is especially activated when someone is looking at an emotional scene.This result on its own does not allow us to make ________ statements.

• A)causal
• B)important
• C)scientific
• D)functional

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Definitions:

Postdecisional Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where after making a decision, an individual experiences stress or regret, questioning if the right choice was made.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by an individual who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Betting

The action of gambling money on the outcome of a race, game, or other unpredictable events.

Central Route

A method of persuasion that involves deeply processing the content of a message, focusing on the arguments and evidence presented.