When viewing negative emotional content,people with depression show increased activity in the _____ and _____ activity in cortical areas associated with cognitive control.
A)frontal lobe;decreased
B)frontal lobe;increased
C)limbic system;increased
D)limbic system;decreased

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People with depression show increased activity in the limbic system, which is involved in emotional processing, and decreased activity in cortical areas associated with cognitive control when viewing negative emotional content. This reflects the heightened emotional response and reduced ability to regulate these responses in depression.

When Viewing Negative Emotional Content,people with Depression Show Increased Activity