Voorbeelden van amygdalae

• Several studies have found that certain areas of the brain, such as the amygdalae, can be more active in individuals with social phobia.

• Studies have tended to indicate that men have a relatively larger amygdalae and hypothalamus, while women have a relatively larger caudate and hippocampi.

• The amygdalae are associated with both emotional learning and memory, as it responds strongly to emotional stimuli, especially fear.