The Affective Component of Anorexia Involves Such Brain Areas as the Amygdala

question 90

Multiple Choice

The affective component of anorexia involves such brain areas as the amygdala, insula, and ______.

• A) prefrontal cortex
• B) primary motor cortex
• C) pons
• D) visual association areas

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Definitions:

Bile

A digestive fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, which helps in the digestion of fats.

Peristalsis

A series of wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract.

Muscular Contractions

The process of muscle fibers shortening and lengthening to produce movement or maintain posture.

Incisors

The front teeth in mammals, typically characterized by their sharp edges for cutting food.