Mark has been preparing for his graduate school entrance exam for several weeks and is very nervous about how he will perform. In addition to this stress, his girlfriend Jasmine is getting concerned that Mark has not been able to perform in the bedroom lately either. Mark's sexual difficulties due to stress are likely due to the involvement of his _ in the stress response.

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The hypothalamus is a key player in the stress response, as it activates the sympathetic nervous system and the release of stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline. This can lead to physiological changes that may inhibit sexual performance, such as decreased blood flow to the genital area.

Mark Has Been Preparing for His Graduate School Entrance Exam