Which brain structure is at the heart of the fight-or-fight response?
Correct answer: A. Hypothalamus
- A. Hypothalamus
- B. Hippocampus
- C. Carebellum
- D. Thalamus
Explanation
The hypothalamus initiates the fight-or-flight response by activating the sympathetic nervous system and coordinating the adrenal response. The hippocampus, cerebellum, and thalamus have other primary roles in memory, coordination, and sensory relay.
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