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Can the amygdala be removed?

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Can the amygdala be removed?
« on: 05/08/2019 10:37:39 »
Moe has asked...

Can someone have their amygdala removed? If so, what are the benefits and might you experience withdrawal symptoms?

Do you know?
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Re: Can the amygdala be removed?
« Reply #1 on: 05/08/2019 15:39:11 »
Quote from: EmmaHildyard on 05/08/2019 10:37:39
Can someone have their amygdala removed? ...?

Yes, see ... https://wikipedia.org/wiki/Amygdalotomy
Only worth considering for people who are spending a lot of time in one of these ...


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