
Stress and Brain Function Quiz
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main function of cortisol, a glucocorticoid?
Regulates blood pressure
Helps regulate metabolism, immune response, and stress adaptation
Increases heart rate
Enhances digestion
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the amygdala detect and activate in response to stress?
Blood pressure and heart rate
HPA axis
Digestive system
Respiratory rate
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can overactivity of the amygdala lead to?
Increased appetite
Anxiety and increased stress sensitivity
Improved memory
Enhanced focus
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does the central nucleus of the amygdala play?
Regulates sleep patterns
Triggers fight-or-flight responses
Controls digestion
Enhances vision
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which part of the brain does the central nucleus of the amygdala send signals to?
Cerebellum
Hypothalamus and brainstem
Occipital lobe
Frontal cortex
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the limbic system control?
Blood circulation
Emotions, memory, and stress regulation
Muscle movement
Vision and hearing
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can dysregulation of the limbic system lead to?
Improved concentration
Anxiety and mood disorders
Enhanced physical strength
Better sleep quality
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