During the _____ phase of Selye's theory of stress, considerable energy is expended to adapt to the stressor.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

During the resistance phase, the body tries to adapt to the stressor by using energy and other physiological resources. This phase is marked by increased activity of the pituitary gland and the release of stress hormones like cortisol. The body prepares for a long-term response to stress during this phase. The other options are incorrect because the alarm reaction phase is marked by a sudden response to stress, accelerated responsiveness is not a phase of Selye's theory, and exhaustion comes after prolonged exposure to stress when the body's resources are depleted.

During the _____ Phase of Selye's Theory of Stress, Considerable