Malcolm is studying alone in his room late at night when he hears a loud noise downstairs. His heartbeat increases significantly and his breathing becomes shallow. He wonders if a burglar has entered the house and decides to investigate. When he gets downstairs he discovers his cat has knocked over a plant stand. His body begins to relax and return to normal. Which part of his nervous system is responsible for returning Malcolm to a normal state?

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The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for returning the body to a normal, relaxed state after the fight or flight response triggered by the sympathetic nervous system. It helps to slow down the heart rate and breathing, lower blood pressure, and decrease muscle tension.

Malcolm Is Studying Alone in His Room Late at Night