Sympathetic arousal likely evolved to prepare an organism for quick response, but it may be maladaptive in today's world, because __________.

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Sympathetic arousal, part of the "fight or flight" response, prepares the body for quick action in response to perceived threats. However, in modern society, the types of stressors we encounter often do not require, nor do they provide an opportunity for, the physical action that our bodies are prepared to take. This can lead to feelings of stress and anxiety without an appropriate outlet for the physical response that has been triggered.

Sympathetic Arousal Likely Evolved to Prepare an Organism for Quick