BIOLOGICAL BASES OF BEHAVIOR
THE LIMBIC SYSTEM
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Because the Amygdalas are producing more than average.
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Because the hippocampus.
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Because you have GAD.
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relay station.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Studies using functional neuroimaging in humans have shown elevated amygdala activity in anxious healthy individuals [20, 21]. Increased amygdala activity has also been reported to unattended fearful faces, which was in turn associated with higher levels of self‐reported anxiety [20].
Detailed explanation-2: -The symptoms of an amygdala hijack are caused by the body’s chemical response to stress. When you experience stress, your brain releases two kinds of stress hormones: cortisol and adrenaline. Both of these hormones, which are released by the adrenal glands, prepare your body to fight or to flee.
Detailed explanation-3: -Studies have shown that larger amygdala volumes are associated with behavioral disorders. Prenatal maternal depression is associated with structural changes in the amygdala, which in turn, is predictive of an increase in behavioral problems.
Detailed explanation-4: -When these health conditions affect the amygdala, it can lead to mood swings, irritability, and even aggression. It can also lead to memory problems and changes in emotions and behavior. It’s important to seek medical attention if any of these health conditions and/or other symptoms of amygdala damage are present.