Afraid? Blame Your Amygdala in Your Brain

Funktion der Amygdala

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Amygdala | Definition, Function & Location

Amygdala | Structure, Damage & Role in Emotion

Doctor Tara on Instagram: "Fear & the amygdala 🧠 The amygdala is a small almond-shaped cluster deep in the brain. It plays a huge role in processing emotions—especially fear and stress. Think of it as your brain’s built-in alert system, scanning constantly for potential threats. When something feels risky or out of the ordinary, the amygdala kicks in, triggering a “fight or flight” response to keep you safe. Did you know the amygdala doesn’t distinguish between real and perceived threats