Saadat is walking to the front of the classroom in preparation for his class presentation. He notices his heart starting to beat fast, his palms are sweaty, and has a general sense of increase in energy. According to the general adaptation syndrome, which phase of the stress response is he in?

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Saadat is experiencing the alarm phase of the stress response, which is characterized by an initial shock or stressor and the activation of the fight-or-flight response. This includes physical symptoms such as increased heart rate and sweaty palms.

Saadat Is Walking to the Front of the Classroom in Preparation