Which of the Following Situations Is the Type of Physical

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations is the type of physical functioning primarily influenced by the parasympathetic nervous system?

• A)Aaron's body releases glucose when he stands up to the bully at school.
• B)Betty meditates and visualizes positive outcomes every morning upon awakening.
• C)Chan's pupils dilate when he tells a lie to his father.
• D)Dawn's heart beats faster as she prepares to take her first psychology exam.
• E)Evan's breathing rate increases while giving a speech.

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Definitions:

Rebound Anxiety

An increase in anxiety symptoms that can occur after discontinuing a medication that was suppressing anxiety.

Benzodiazepines

A class of psychoactive drugs used primarily for treating anxiety, but also used as sedatives, muscle relaxants, and to prevent seizures.

Chronic Muscle Tension

A physical condition marked by persistent tightness in the muscles that can result from stress, overuse, or underlying health issues.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

A mental health disorder characterized by persistent, excessive, and unrealistic worry about everyday things, often with no obvious cause.