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In response to acute stress, the body's sympathetic nervous system is activated by the sudden release of hormones.
• After the threat is gone, it takes between 20 to 60 minutes for the body to return to its pre-arousal levels.
Physical signs that can indicate the fight-or-flight response has kicked in include:
• Dilated pupils: In times of danger, the body prepares itself to be aware of its surroundings
• Pale or flushed skin: Blood flow to the surface area is reduced
• Rapid heart rate and breathing: Provides the body with oxygen
• Trembling: The muscles tense and become primed for action
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The fight or flight response (also known as the acute stress response), refers to a physiological reaction that occurs when we are in the presence of something that is mentally or physically terrifying.
• The fight-or-flight response is triggered by the release of hormones that prepare you...
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The fight or flight response plays a critical role in how we deal with stress and danger in our environment. When we are under threat, the response prepares the body to either fight or flee.
• The fight-or-flight response can be triggered by both real and imaginary threats.
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In response to acute stress, the body's sympathetic nervous system is activated by the sudden release of hormones.
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When acute stress occurs, the body’s sympathetic nervous system gets activated with a hormonal release. It stimulates the adrenal glands, releasing catecholamines (adrenaline and noradrenaline).
Heart rate, blood pressure and breathing rate increases, lasting for about 20...
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