Which Area of the Brain Is Most Responsible for Fear-Related

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which area of the brain is most responsible for fear-related responses, including signaling other parts of the brain?

• A) thalmus
• B) amygdala
• C) cerebellum
• D) brain stem

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Definitions:

Natural Electrical Activity

The spontaneous electrical signals generated by neurons and other excitable cells as part of their normal physiological functions.

Epinephrine Norepinephrine

Two key neurotransmitters involved in the body's fight or flight response, regulating heart rate and blood pressure among other functions.

Adrenal Glands

Endocrine glands located above the kidneys that produce a variety of hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, which regulate stress responses and other bodily functions.

Thyroid Gland

An endocrine gland in the neck that produces thyroid hormones, which regulate the body's metabolism, energy level, and overall growth and development.