Wired for Fear

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What is the amygdala known as?

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The brain’s threat center.

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How is fear useful for survival?

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It helps the body detect potential danger.

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What is the main purpose of the video about fear?

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To explain the role of the amygdala in the body’s fear response.

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What does the model of the brain help viewers understand?

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The role the amygdala plays in the brain.

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What causes a boost in blood pressure and heart rate when we feel fear?

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The body flooding with hormones.

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What is the fight or flight response?

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A physiological reaction that occurs in response to a perceived harmful event, attack, or threat to survival.

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What role does adrenaline play in fear responses?

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Adrenaline increases heart rate, blood pressure, and energy supplies.

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What is the function of the prefrontal cortex in relation to fear?

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It helps regulate emotional responses and decision-making.

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How does the amygdala interact with the thalamus?

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The amygdala receives sensory information from the thalamus to assess threats.

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What is the hippocampus's role in fear?

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It helps process and store memories related to fear.