Practice mode Psychology

The ‘fight or flight’ response to a perceived threat is linked with increased activity in which system?

Correct answer C. The sympathetic nervous system

Explanation

The sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for action by raising heart rate, dilating pupils and releasing adrenaline when a threat is detected.

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