The headline in The National Busybody reads "97-pound Mom lifts SUV off toddler." Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome was Mom MOST likely in at the time?

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The "alarm" stage of the general adaptation syndrome is the initial reaction to a stressor, where the body exhibits a "fight-or-flight" response. This stage is characterized by the release of adrenaline and other stress hormones, which can temporarily enhance physical abilities, such as the extraordinary strength displayed by the mom in the scenario.

The Headline in the National Busybody Reads "97-Pound Mom Lifts