Cindy's mood has become increasingly unstable since her traffic accident. She often experiences bouts of aggression and fits of rage in reaction to the slightest provocation. At other times, she can be overly passive and fails to recognize direct threats. Most likely, damage has occurred in the _____ of Cindy's brain.

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The limbic system is responsible for regulating emotions and behaviors related to survival, such as aggression and fear. Damage to this area of the brain can result in mood instability, including frequent outbursts of anger or periods of passivity. The other options (temporal lobe, cerebellum, and medulla) are not directly involved in regulating emotions and behaviors related to survival.

Cindy's Mood Has Become Increasingly Unstable Since Her Traffic Accident