Amygdala Activation in Social Anxiety Disorder

In the realm of clinical psychology, understanding the various anxiety disorders is crucial for effective treatment. A recent study examined the neurobiological underpinnings of different anxiety disorders and found that the amygdala plays a significant role in fear processing. The researchers aimed to understand how this biological aspect relates to specific symptoms and behavioral manifestations of these disorders.

Considering the following anxiety disorders: Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, and Specific Phobia, which disorder has been consistently linked with heightened amygdala activation, particularly in response to social scrutiny or perceived threats in social situations?