When Watching a Horror Movie, Mark Was Frightened by a Scene;

question 30

Multiple Choice

When watching a horror movie, Mark was frightened by a scene; he reacted by dropping the glass of soda that he was holding. This reaction is linked to the __________.

• A)ventral hypothalamus
• B)sympathetic nervous system
• C)parasympathetic nervous system
• D)lateral hypothalamus

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Definitions:

Resistance Reaction

A psychological response where an individual opposes changes or challenges to their thoughts, behaviors, or environment.

Adaptive

Characterized by the ability to adjust effectively to new conditions or to those changes in one's environment.

Maladaptive

Behaviors or thought patterns that are counterproductive or interfere negatively with functioning and well-being.

Stress Tolerance

The ability to cope with and withstand stress and adversity.