Understanding the Amygdala
The amygdala is often oversimplified as merely the center of fear, but its role in emotional processing is far more intricate. Kay highlights historical research showing that damage to the amygdala can lead to a complete lack of emotional response to various stimuli. This underscores the need for a broader understanding of the amygdala's functions beyond just survival instincts, emphasizing the complexity of emotional regulation in both humans and animals.In this clip
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Dr. Kay Tye: The Biology of Social Interactions and Emotions
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What is the amygdala's role in processing emotions as discussed in the episode Dr. Kay Tye: The Biology of Social Interactions and Emotions and the clip Amygdala Insights?
Can you explain more about the amygdala?
I've seen Andrew talking about the amygdala, and I was wondering if he explains its relation to fear. If someone is constantly feeling afraid, how does one treat the amygdala? How can one get it back to normal and stop it from being constantly activated to feel fear when there's a real threat?