amygdalitis 

An acute inflammation of the amygdala, the emotional center of the brain, usually triggered by being told "no" or being asked to stop playing video games. This is a common psychiatric diagnosis in those who work with children, or adults who spaz out regularly.

Sebastian (age 6):"Nooooooo, I hate you! I'm going to kill myself! I'm going to kill you in your sleep if you don't buy me a new DSi game! I hate you! I wanna die!"

Dr. T Berry Brazelton: "Shit. I think young Sebastian is suffering from an acute case of amygdalitis. Otherwise known as Act a Fool Not Otherwise Specified in the DSM V. This may require an IV infusion of Adderall!"

amygdalitis by Drs. Heather and McNamara April 2, 2011

Amygdalation 

A slight increase in amygdala activity causing anger and slight reality distortion. The beginning stages of an amygdala hijack.

“When Dave gets bad news, you can actually watch the amygdalation in action: his face gets a little red, he starts thinking people all have bad intentions toward him… you can usually get him to calm down with some breathing or a snickers bar”

Amygdalation by Handsome Hair December 2, 2024