In response to stressful events, the amygdala
A) remains silent.
B) experiences long-term excitation.
C) experiences long-term inhibition
D) experiences enhanced activity followed by a refractory period.

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The amygdala experiences enhanced activity in response to stress, which is followed by a refractory period. This means that it becomes less responsive for a period of time after the initial activation.

In Response to Stressful Events, the Amygdala