Tag Archives: Amygdala

[ad_1] Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.November 24, 2020 One study revealed that newborn brains can be shaped by the stress levels the mother experiences during pregnancy. Stress levels in mothers – measured by a hormone linked to anxiety and other health problems – are linked to changes in the newborn’s …

[ad_1] Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.November 17, 2020 Deep inside the brain, a small almond-shaped region called the amygdala plays a vital role in how we exhibit emotions, behavior and motivation. Understandably, it is also heavily implicated in alcohol abuse, making it a long-time target of Marisa Roberto, Ph.D., professor …