Describe Key Differences in the Amygdala and the Hippocampus Between

question 51

Essay

Describe key differences in the amygdala and the hippocampus between those with PTSD and those without the disorder. How might these differences relate to the signs and symptoms of the disorder?

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Definitions:

Completed Suicide

A suicide attempt in which the individual actually kills him- or herself; the act is completed with his or her death.

Drug Overdose

The accidental or intentional consumption of a drug in quantities greater than are recommended or generally practiced, leading to severe adverse effects or death.

Firearms

Portable weapons from which projectiles are discharged by the force of an explosion, commonly used for sport, self-defense, and military use.

Suicide Rate

The proportion of individuals in a population who die as a result of suicide, often expressed per 100,000 individuals annually.