If the stress response is prolonged,a second pathway,known as the ____,is used by the hypothalamus,signaling the pituitary gland,which signals the adrenal glands to secrete hormones that increase the body's energy resources,enhances muscle tone in the heart and blood vessels,and protects the body's tissues from inflammation.

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The correct answer is the HPA axis, which stands for the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis. This pathway is activated during prolonged stress, leading to the release of hormones that help the body manage and adapt to stress.

If the Stress Response Is Prolonged,a Second Pathway,known as the ____,Is