Jackson,18 years old,was driving a car that has just skidded out of control and hit a tree.He was wearing a seatbelt,and the airbags in the car deployed enabling him to escape without physical injury.As he exits the car,his hypothalamus is triggered by the stress.Which of the following defines the stage of stress reaction he is experiencing?

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The hypothalamus triggering due to stress indicates the alarm reaction stage of the stress response. This is the initial stage where the body prepares itself to respond to the stressor, releasing hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol.

Jackson,18 Years Old,was Driving a Car That Has Just Skidded