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KEY TERMS Flashcards

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1
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the limbic system is a ______ ______ in the brain

A

subcortical structure in the brain

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what is the limbic system involved in?

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regulating emotional behaviour including aggression

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3
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seratonin acts as a what?

A

neurotransimtter

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what type of effect does seratonin have on the brain?

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widespread inhibitory effects

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what type of hormone is testosterone?

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part of the androgen group produced in male testes

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what is testosterone associated with?

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aggression

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AQA A LEVEL PSYCHOLOGY PAPER 3 - AGGRESSION (21 decks)

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