Goetz et al. (ERQ hormones) Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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key terms
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testosterone
aggression
amygdala
fMRI
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aim
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to investigate the effect of increased testosterone level on amygdala activation
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participants
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16 healthy young men
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method
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on one day: testosterone levels were brought to a baseline level and then men given a dose of testosterone
other day: brought to baseline and then given a placebo (control condition)
on both days laid in fMRI viewing angry, sad and neutral faces
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results
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increased testosterone and angry face caused increased activity in the amygdala and hypothalamus
no significant effect on other expressions
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conclusion
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amygdala plays an important role in threat perception, testosterone may influence it and therefore might also have influence over aggression
