Harmful physical and mental stress can occur when the ____ nervous system is continually activated.
A) parasympathetic
B) autonomic
C) sympathetic
D) peripheral

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The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the "fight or flight" response, which is the body's reaction to stress. When it is continually activated, it can cause harmful physical and mental stress. The parasympathetic nervous system, on the other hand, helps the body to relax and recover from stress. The autonomic and peripheral nervous systems are broad categories that include both the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems.

Harmful Physical and Mental Stress Can Occur When the ____