The "amygdala" refers to
A)the threat alarm system in the brain.
B)a type of emotional contagion.
C)a reservoir of emotional memories.
D)nonverbal reactions expressed on the face.
E)none of the above.

Question

The "amygdala" refers to
A)​the threat alarm system in the brain.
B)​a type of emotional contagion.
C)​a reservoir of emotional memories.
D)​nonverbal reactions expressed on the face.
E)​none of the above.

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The amygdala is a small almond-shaped structure located deep within the brain that is responsible for detecting and responding to threats, thus acting as a threat alarm system in the brain.

The "Amygdala" Refers to