6 Questions
What is the function of the ventral orbitofrontal cortex in relation to behavior?
It provides inhibitory control over behavior
What is the primary site of interaction between peripheral and central factors in emotions?
Amygdala
What is the effect of arousal on intellectual and physical performance?
It enhances performance
What is the role of the autonomic nervous system (ANS) in emotions?
It facilitates behavior and communicates emotional states to others
What is the effect of total separation of the viscera from the central nervous system on emotional behavior?
It has no effect on emotional behavior
What is the response of cats with destroyed sympathetic nervous system innervation to a barking dog?
They display typical signs of rage
Learn about the role of ventromedial prefrontal cortex and orbitofrontal cortex in regulating emotions and behavior. Understand how damage to these areas can lead to erratic behavior and impaired impulse control.
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