By using hypnosis, experimenters were able to reduce the perceived unpleasantness of pain. This change in perception was correlated with a decrease in activation of the __________.
A. somatosensory cortex
B. ACC
C. insular cortex
D. thalamus
Answer: B
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What will be an ideal response?
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