Sam is an adult who is extremely fearful in social situations. If it was possible to do a brain scan while Sam was being introduced to strangers, Sam's brain would show heightened activation in:

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The amygdala plays a key role in the processing of emotions, specifically fear and anxiety. Therefore, it is likely that in a situation where Sam is experiencing heightened social anxiety, their amygdala would be more activated compared to other brain regions.

Sam Is an Adult Who Is Extremely Fearful in Social