Question

Researchers have discovered that "cyber-ostracism" by strangers elicits increased activity in the

a. lateral hypothalamus.
b. anterior cingulated cortex.
c. anterior commissure.
d. occipital fissure
e. ventromedial hypothalamus.

Answer 1

The increased activity in the amygdala is associated with 'cyber-ostracism' by strangers. The amygdala is a group of nuclei in the medial region of the temporal lobe that plays a role in emotional responses and contributes to memory function. When individuals experience anxiety or fear, the amygdala sends signals to the hypothalamus to stimulate the sympathetic fight-or-flight response.

Step-by-step explanation:

The increased activity in the amygdala is associated with 'cyber-ostracism' by strangers.

The amygdala is a group of nuclei in the medial region of the temporal lobe that plays a role in emotional responses and contributes to memory function.

When individuals experience anxiety or fear, the amygdala sends signals to the hypothalamus to stimulate the sympathetic fight-or-flight response.