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RE: virus:Scientists Uncover New Clues About Brain Function In Human Behavior
« on: 2005-07-13 16:36:19 » |
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[Blunderov] Interestingly, the amygdala is said to be implicated in the
operation of the so called 'god module' neural pathway. Additionally,
some experts contend that pathology of the amygdale is strongly
implicated in serial killer behaviour. Did religion evolve to function
as a socialising mechanism? Is it a heritable meme?
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http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2005/07/050710201243.htm
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Researchers at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), part of
the National Institutes of Health, have discovered a genetically
controlled brain mechanism responsible for social behavior in humans -
one of the most important but least understood aspects of human nature.
The findings are reported in Nature Neuroscience, published online on
July 10, 2005.The study compared the brains of healthy volunteers to
those with a genetic abnormality, Williams Syndrome, a rare disorder
that causes unique changes in social behavior. This comparison enabled
the researchers to both define a brain circuit for social function in
the healthy human brain, and identify the specific way in which it was
affected by genetic changes in Williams Syndrome.
People with Williams Syndrome, who are missing about 21 genes on
chromosome seven, are highly social and empathetic, even in situations
that would elicit fear and anxiety in healthy people. They will eagerly,
and often impulsively, engage in social interactions, even with
strangers. However, they experience increased anxiety that is
non-social, such as fear of spiders or heights (phobias) and worry
excessively. </snip>
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