Research indicates that a stressor serves to activate:
A) the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal system
B) the norepinephrine but not the epinephrine system
C) primarily the right brain hemisphere
D) primarily the left brain hemisphere

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Research indicates that a stressor activates the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) system. This is a cascade of hormonal responses that involve the hypothalamus and pituitary gland in the brain, as well as the adrenal glands located on top of the kidneys. The HPA system produces the stress hormone cortisol, which has numerous effects on the body that are helpful in dealing with a stressor, such as increasing blood sugar levels and suppressing the immune system.

Research Indicates That a Stressor Serves to Activate