The Neurophysiology And Psychology Of Shame
The body is a key site for experiencing and expressing shame. Physical sensations such as blushing, sweating, and muscle tension often accompany shame. The brain regions involved in shame include the amygdala, hippocampus, prefrontal cortex, insula, and ventromedial prefrontal cortex. Activation and deactivation of these regions can lead to physiological responses like increased heart rate,…