The part of the nervous system that slows down the body systems that were stimulated by the stress response is called the ________________________.

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The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for slowing down the body systems that were stimulated by the stress response. This allows the body to return to a state of rest and relaxation after the stressor has been removed. The other options (A, B, and C) are not accurate descriptions of the parasympathetic nervous system.

The Part of the Nervous System That Slows Down the Body