The "flight or fight" response that is triggered by anxiety primarily involves the ____________ nervous system.

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The "flight or fight" response is a physiological reaction to perceived threats that involves the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system, which prepares the body for action by increasing heart rate, dilating the pupils, and mobilizing energy reserves. The parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the "rest and digest" response, which counters the effects of the sympathetic response. The peripheral nervous system includes both the autonomic and somatic nervous systems, which are responsible for regulating involuntary and voluntary bodily functions, respectively.

The "Flight or Fight" Response That Is Triggered by Anxiety