Brain Region for Overcoming Fear, Anxiety Found
Wednesday, July 9, 2008 - 17:21
in Psychology & Sociology
Certain brain cells likely control memories that help animals learn not to be afraid, a finding that could lead to new drugs for anxiety disorders, experts say.
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