Botox paralysis of the frowning facial muscles ________ people's reading of sadness-related sentences and ________ activity in emotion-related brain circuits.

A) speeds;speeds
B) slows;slows
C) slows;speeds
D) speeds;slows

Botox Paralysis

A temporary paralysis of muscles resulting from the administration of botulinum toxin (Botox), often used for cosmetic purposes to reduce wrinkles.

Emotion-Related Brain Circuits

The neural pathways in the brain that are responsible for processing and regulating emotions.