People with panic disorder show dysregulation of norepinephrine systems in an area of the brainstem called the:

A) basal tencephalon.
B) locus ceruleus.
C) nucleus prepositus hypoglossi.
D) reticular formation.

Locus Ceruleus

Area of the brain stem that plays a part in the emergency response and may be involved in panic attacks.

Norepinephrine Systems

The components of the brain and body involved in the production, transmission, and reception of norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter important for attention and response actions.

Panic Disorder

A psychiatric disorder characterized by recurrent unexpected panic attacks, often accompanied by a fear of future attacks.