Which of the Following Is True of the Brain Areas

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the brain areas of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) sufferers?

• A) The amygdala appears to be less responsive to emotional stimuli.
• B) The medial prefrontal cortex tends to be unregulated.
• C) The hippocampus may shrink due to overexposure to neurotransmitters and hormones.
• D) The medial prefrontal cortex is more active in the case of severe symptoms of PTSD.

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