The amygdala has distinct neurons that judge the intensity and ambiguity of facial expressions, new research shows. Identifying the amygdala’s role in social cognition suggests insights into the neurological mechanisms behind autism and anxiety.
The amygdala has distinct neurons that judge the intensity and ambiguity of facial expressions, new research shows. Identifying the amygdala’s role in social cognition suggests insights into the neurological mechanisms behind autism and anxiety.