Studies Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Have Found Diminished Size

question 8

Multiple Choice

Studies using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) have found diminished size of structures in the limbic systems of schizophrenics' brains. Why is this finding potentially important?

• A) The limbic system integrates cognition and emotion.
• B) The limbic system coordinates eye tracking and visual perception.
• C) The limbic system is the seat of consciousness and sense of identity.
• D) Abstract reasoning and problem solving are organized in the limbic system.

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