Fear and the Brain Quiz
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What part of the brain is responsible for fear?

  • Hippocampus
  • Cerebellum
  • Amygdala (correct)
  • Frontal lobe

How can constant exposure to fear impact our brains?

  • Keep our brains in a state of anxiety (correct)
  • Reduce sensitivity to threats
  • Enhance rational decision-making
  • Stimulate creativity

What can result from the amygdala's quick reaction to potential threats?

  • Heightened creativity
  • Enhanced memory consolidation
  • Calm and rational decision-making
  • Obsessive thoughts and counterproductive actions (correct)

How can we regain control over our emotions, according to the text?

<p>By consciously activating the analytical part of our brain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does fear have on decision-making, according to the text?

<p>Can drive us to take certain actions or avoid certain situations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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