Which behavior would not be expected in a patient with bilateral damage to the amygdala?
A) Grabbing a gun out of the hand of an assailant
B) Showing a startle response to a sudden loud noise
C) Rating his or her own fear as low in response to a frightening film clip
D) Absence of a fear reaction in response to snakes and spiders

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The amygdala is involved in processing fear and emotional responses. Bilateral damage to the amygdala typically results in a lack of fear response, but the startle response to sudden loud noises is mediated by other brain regions, such as the brainstem, and would still be expected.

Which Behavior Would Not Be Expected in a Patient with Bilateral