Which of the following statements has neuroimaging shown to be true.

A) The amygdala closes down in stressful situations.
B) CT and MRI scans have shown how physiological changes to the hippocampus, amygdala, and prefrontal cortex during stress situations align with the types, symptoms and behaviors seen in PTSD.
C) During a car accident, the brain reduces functioning to avoid processing the horrific event.
D) Neuroimaging has yet to show a correspondence between changes in brain function and the symptoms and behaviors associated with PTSD.

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Bryanna Gonzalez · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Neuroimaging techniques such as CT and MRI scans have shown changes in the hippocampus, amygdala, and prefrontal cortex during stress situations, which align with the symptoms and behaviors seen in PTSD. This demonstrates a correspondence between changes in brain function and the symptoms and behaviors associated with PTSD. A, C, and D are not supported by current research.

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