Several studies have found that certain areas of the brain, such as theamygdalae, can be more active in individuals with social phobia.
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Studies have tended to indicate that men have a relatively largeramygdalaeand hypothalamus, while women have a relatively larger caudate and hippocampi.
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Theamygdalaeare associated with both emotional learning and memory, as it responds strongly to emotional stimuli, especially fear.
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