Karen is about to be attacked by a snarling dog. The sensory information about this event arrives at her thalamus. What happens next in her brain?

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When sensory information about a potentially threatening event such as an attacking dog reaches the thalamus, it is first processed and then sent on two pathways: a fast pathway to the amygdala for a quick emotional response, and a slower pathway to the cortex for more detailed analysis and cognitive evaluation of the situation. This allows for a rapid emotional response to the perceived threat while also enabling a more accurate interpretation of the situation.

Karen Is About to Be Attacked by a Snarling Dog