NR 546 Week 1, 2, 3 Test Your Knowledge Quiz

NR 546 Week 1, 2, 3 Test Your Knowledge Quiz

Which structure has a role in both memory and anxiety?

hippocampus

prefrontal cortex hypothalamus

amygdala

The hippocampus is involved in memory and anxiety. The amygdala is associated with anxiety and perception of odors. The prefrontal cortex is associated with executive function. The thalamus is associated with motor command processing Question 1

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How does the orbitofrontal cortex (OFC) affect the amygdala?

activates the amygdala

activates the fear response

inhibits the amygdala

Correct Answer inhibits and activates the amygdala

is involved in decision making and social behavior with a focus on punishment and rewards. The OFC inhibits and activates the amygdala and is activated when a risk assessment is required. Some behaviors associated with the OFC include sex, sugar, pain, social humiliation, money, rewards, fame, and aggression. The amygdala will identify a threat and then the OFC will determine the risk or benefit of an action based on past experience. Pliska Ch. 8, p.158

The amygdala is associated with which of the following?

reward

memory

perception of odors Question 2

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Question 3

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