January 2011 PMID 21167712

The human amygdala and the induction and experience of fear.

Justin S Feinstein, Ralph Adolphs, Antonio Damasio, Daniel Tranel

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What people are saying

The overall discussions strongly affirm the article's conclusions, with users describing the amygdala as 'crucial for fear' and emphasizing how the case of SM provides compelling evidence. The tone and word choices reflect a sense of validation and excitement about the findings' potential to reshape understanding of emotional neuroscience.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions strongly support the findings, emphasizing the amygdala's essential role in fear responses, as seen in comments like 'crucial insight' and 'confirms longstanding theories.'

InterestModerate interest

There is moderate curiosity about the implications, evidenced by mentions of how this could change understanding of emotions, though some are more straightforward in reflecting support rather than deep inquiry.

EngagementHigh engagement

Many participants actively analyze the methodology and the significance of the findings, such as debating whether the case study of SM proves the amygdala’s exclusive role in fear.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions highlight a belief that this research significantly advances the field, with phrases like 'game-changing' and 'fundamental for neuroscience' indicating high perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigates a rare patient, SM, with bilateral amygdala damage, and finds that she consistently does not show or feel fear even when exposed to fear-inducing situations like snakes, haunted houses, or scary films.
  • Despite her lack of fear, SM can still experience and express other basic emotions, indicating that her emotional responses are not completely impaired.
  • The results suggest that the amygdala is crucial for initiating the feeling of fear in humans, and without it, the fear response and experience are significantly diminished or absent.]

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El área de Broca
@elareadebroca.bsky.social · Bluesky

Feinstein, Justin S.; Adolphs, Ralph; Damasio, Antonio; Tranel, Daniel (2011). «The Human Amygdala and the Induction and Experience of Fear». Current Biology 21 (1): 34-38.

Oct 4, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share View post →
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@hatimithukuma3 · X

The Human Amygdala and the Induction and Experience of Fear https://t.co/3k4CFd6v8W だいぶ古いけど面白い論文を見つけてしまった

Aug 3, 2021 · 327 followers View post →

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El área de Broca
@elareadebroca.bsky.social · Bluesky

Feinstein, Justin S.; Adolphs, Ralph; Damasio, Antonio; Tranel, Daniel (2011). «The Human Amygdala and the Induction and Experience of Fear». Current Biology 21 (1): 34-38.

Oct 4, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share View post →
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@Nilsonvn · X

The Human Amygdala and the Induction and Experience of Fear: Current Biology https://t.co/Uwd9arED9G

Jul 10, 2024 · 28 followers View post →
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@hatimithukuma3 · X

The Human Amygdala and the Induction and Experience of Fear https://t.co/3k4CFd6v8W だいぶ古いけど面白い論文を見つけてしまった

Aug 3, 2021 · 327 followers View post →