Amygdala

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Psychology & Mental Health

Why do people have phobias?

Explore the causes of phobias: genetic, neurological, psychological, and environmental factors. Learn how these intense fears develop and...

Joseph Mandell · · 7 min
Psychology & Mental Health

Understanding Anxiety: The Psychological and Physiological Roots of Fear

Explore the psychological and physiological mechanisms of anxiety, including the amygdala's role and effective strategies to manage anxiety...

Betsy Wilson · · 9 min
Psychology & Mental Health

The Evolutionary Roots of Our Fight or Flight Response: Why We React to Stress

Explore the evolutionary roots of the fight or flight response, a survival mechanism that helped our ancestors confront...

Franck Saebring · · 9 min
Psychology & Mental Health

Understanding Fight or Flight: The Body’s Stress Response to Threats

Discover the science behind the fight or flight response. Learn how your body reacts to perceived threats and...

Sofia Morales · · 8 min