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Researchers have discovered that "cyber-ostracism" by strangers elicits increased in the:

Correct answer: C. anterior cingulated cortex

  • A. ventromedial hypothalamus
  • B. anterior commissure
  • C. anterior cingulated cortex
  • D. lateral hypothalamus

Explanation

Cyber-ostracism is a form of social exclusion, which is associated with increased activity in the anterior cingulate cortex, especially its dorsal region. The option spells “cingulate” incorrectly but clearly refers to that structure.

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