[Solved] The brain area that regulates activities that control the state of wakefulness or alertness of the cerebral cortex is the ________. A) reticular formation B) limbic system C) thalamus D) pyramids Erotic Plasticity: The degree to which an individual's sex drive and sexual preferences may be shaped by cultural, social, and situational factors. Sex Drives: The biologically driven force for sexual activity and expression. Gender Differences: Distinctions in characteristics, behaviors, or attributes typically associated with being male or female in a given society. Stronger Sex Drive: A higher level of libido or sexual desire, often implying increased frequency or intensity of sexual thoughts and activities.