When a person is under stress, the hypothalamus activates the __________ system, producing the release of epinephrine and norepinephrine into the body.
A) somatic nervous
B) reticular activating
C) parasympathetic nervous
D) sympathetic nervous

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The sympathetic nervous system is the branch of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the fight or flight response, which is activated in response to stress. The hypothalamus sends a signal to the sympathetic nervous system to activate the adrenal glands, which release epinephrine and norepinephrine, resulting in increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure, and other physiological changes associated with stress. This response is important for survival in threatening situations but can have negative health effects if chronic or not balanced with parasympathetic nervous system activity.

When a Person Is Under Stress, the Hypothalamus Activates the __________