Question

​low levels of activity in the anterior cingulate cortex are associated with ____.

Answer 1

This is based on borderline personality disorder which is low levels of activity in anterior cingulate cortex is associated with hoarding behaviors, suicidal behavior that is 7.5% suicide over 20 years old, self-injury 2/3 ; 3/4 stabilize in 10 to 15 years, co-morbid PTSD or mood disorder, at risk for substance abuse and eating disorders, schizotypal personality disorder, might be related to dissociation identity disorder, genes account for 60% variance in developing BPD, lower serotonin function, increased activation of amygdala and disturbed connectivity b/w prefrontal cortex and the amygdala. 

Answer 2

Answer:

The given blank can be filled with borderline personality disorder or BPD.

Explanation:

The BPD refers to a mood disorder that affects the manner in which an individual associates with others. It is the most generally known personality disorder. In the condition, an individual may exhibit suicidal behavior, can cause self-injury, and is at risk for eating disorders and substance abuse.  

The biological characteristics exhibiting in individual suffering with BPD are increased activation of the amygdala, lower serotonin function, disturbed connectivity between the prefrontal cortex and the amygdala, and low levels of activity in anterior cingulate cortex.