What Role Does the Hypothalamus Play in the Activation of the Fight-Flight

question 201

Multiple Choice

What role does the hypothalamus play in the activation of the fight-flight response?

• A) It releases dopamine into the blood stream.
• B) It transfers sensory information to the stress centers of the brain.
• C) It triggers the pituitary gland to release a stress-fighting hormone.
• D) It activates the parasympathetic division.

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