When people with phobias are exposed to their feared stimulus,what brain region have neuroimaging studies found to activate rapidly?
A) prefrontal cortex
B) amygdala
C) hippocampus
D) occipital lobe

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Neuroimaging studies have found the amygdala to activate rapidly in individuals with phobias when exposed to their feared stimulus. The amygdala is responsible for processing emotions, including fear.

When People with Phobias Are Exposed to Their Feared Stimulus,what