Brain Activity For Aggression

Question 1

How does the amygdala link to aggression

Answer 1

Source of emotions
Takes on information and decides on response
If damaged may be more impulsive/aggressive

Question 2

How does the hypothalamus link to aggression

Answer 2

Responsible for controlling hormones (eg testosterone)
May cause hormone imbalances which means more testosterone so more aggressive

Question 3

How does the prefrontal cortex link to aggression

Answer 3

Controls emotion and self control
Damage may mean less self control or emotional regulation

Question 4

How does the midbrain link to aggression

Answer 4

Coordinates prefrontal cortex,amygdala and hypothalamus together so if it is damaged they are all out of order