Describe the types of emotional stimuli that activate cells within the amygdala.
What will be an ideal response?
Amygdala cells change their firing rate in response to the presentation of emotionally relevant stimuli. These stimuli are usually of biological significance, such as those that warn of pain or signify the presence of food, water, potential mates, or offspring in need in care.
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a. ?Lebron’s would be more active than Kobe’s. b. ?Kobe’s would be more active than Lebron’s. c. ?Both scans would be similar with a large amount of activity. d. ?Both scans would be similar with a small amount of activity.
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A. BIRGing B. CORFing C. positive stereotype D. paternalistic prejudice
The textbook cites all of the following as causes of anterograde amnesia EXCEPT
a. head trauma. b. stroke. c. long-term alcoholism. d. diabetes. e. severe malnutrition.
An environmental stimulus can be a loud sound, a gentle breeze, or a colorful advertisement.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)