During the alarm stage, the sympathetic nervous system sends a message to the adrenal glands, which release the hormones _______ and _________, which increase blood pressure, heart rate, and attention.

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During the alarm stage of the stress response, the sympathetic nervous system activates the adrenal glands to release epinephrine (also known as adrenaline) and norepinephrine. These hormones are responsible for increasing blood pressure, heart rate, and attention, preparing the body for a "fight or flight" response.

During the Alarm Stage, the Sympathetic Nervous System Sends a Message