When a person's brain perceives a threat,the cortex sends a signal to the part of the brain responsible for activating the stress response known as the

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The amygdala is responsible for activating the stress response in the presence of a perceived threat. The cortex sends a signal to the amygdala, which then triggers the release of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. This response is part of the body's natural fight or flight reaction to danger. The other options (A, C, D) are not directly involved in the activation of the stress response.

When a Person's Brain Perceives a Threat,the Cortex Sends a Signal