The Behavioral Inhibition System (BIS)is a brain system that

is responsible for detecting and responding to potential threats or punishment in the environment. It operates by inhibiting behavior and promoting caution and avoidance of potential dangers. The BIS is believed to be involved in the regulation of anxiety and fear-related behavior. It is thought to be more active in individuals who are more prone to anxiety and inhibitory behaviors. The BIS is closely linked to the amygdala, which is a key brain region involved in the processing of emotions and fear responses.