Part of the limbic system, the _____, receives input from areas of the cortex involved in facial expression; damage in this area results in the lack of ability to detect emotional expressions, even though the person can identify the face.
A) amygdala
B) cerebellum
C) cingulate
D) hippocampus

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The amygdala is the structure within the limbic system that is responsible for processing emotions, particularly fear and aggression. It also receives input from the cortex involved in facial expression, specifically the visual processing areas in the temporal lobe. Damage to the amygdala can result in deficits in the recognition and processing of emotional expressions.

Part of the Limbic System, the _____, Receives Input from Areas