Neural & Hormonal Mechanisms in Aggression (OCR A-Level Psychology): Quizzes
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Which three brain regions make up the limbic system?
Which three brain regions make up the limbic system?
Hypothalamus, amygdala, hippocampus
What is the primary role of the hypothalamus in aggression?
What is the primary role of the hypothalamus in aggression?
Produces aggression
What role does the amygdala play in aggression?
What role does the amygdala play in aggression?
Decides whether an event is good or bad
By how much can an amygdalotomy reduce aggressive behaviour?
By how much can an amygdalotomy reduce aggressive behaviour?
33-100%
What role does the hippocampus play in determining aggression?
What role does the hippocampus play in determining aggression?
Accesses memories to decide if threatening
How does the frontal cortex reduce aggression?
How does the frontal cortex reduce aggression?
Inhibits neurons in the amygdala
What happens if someone's frontal cortex is damaged?
What happens if someone's frontal cortex is damaged?
They are more likely to be aggressive
How does serotonin affect aggressive behaviour?
How does serotonin affect aggressive behaviour?
Reduces aggression
What is the relationship between serotonin levels and aggression?
What is the relationship between serotonin levels and aggression?
More serotonin = less aggression
What effect does testosterone have on aggression?
What effect does testosterone have on aggression?
Increases tendency to be aggressive
Why are men more likely to display aggression than women?
Why are men more likely to display aggression than women?
Men produce more testosterone than women
What is a limitation of correlational studies on testosterone and aggression?
What is a limitation of correlational studies on testosterone and aggression?
Can't establish cause-and-effect