4.3 - Physiological Basis of Emotion
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Practice Questions
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What does the sympathetic division of the ANS do?
💡 Hint: Think about how your body reacts when faced with danger.
What role does the amygdala play?
💡 Hint: Consider which part of the brain is involved in sensing threats.
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What does the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system do?
💡 Hint: Remember a time when you felt adrenaline rush during danger.
True or false: The amygdala helps process emotions.
💡 Hint: Think about which brain area is known for emotion management.
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Explain, with examples, how the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions work together during a stressful event.
💡 Hint: Think of a common stressful event and how your body reacts in phases.
Assess how malfunctioning of the amygdala could lead to emotional dysregulation.
💡 Hint: Consider emotional disorders associated with amygdala dysfunction.
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