Frequency of bullying modulates amygdala response during social exclusion in participants with non-suicidal self-injury

Key Points

• Amygdala response is influenced by bullying experiences during social exclusion, indicating a significant emotional modulation.
• Participants with non-suicidal self-injury exhibited distinct emotional responses to social exclusion based on past bullying incidents.
• Assessment of emotional responses was conducted through neuroimaging of the amygdala during social exclusion scenarios.
• Findings imply that bullying experiences shape emotional processing, highlighting the impact of social dynamics on individuals.