The __________ is a brain structure that allows us to quickly and unconsciously respond to potentially dangerous stimuli before we are completely conscious of the threat.
A)thalamus
B)hippocampus
C)prefrontal cortex
D)amygdala

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The amygdala is responsible for assigning emotional significance to sensory stimuli and helps us quickly respond to potential threats before we are fully conscious of them. It is important in processing emotions such as fear and anxiety. The other brain structures listed do not have the same function as the amygdala in processing threat-related information.

The __________ Is a Brain Structure That Allows Us to Quickly