Which Part of the Brain Activates the Stress Response

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which part of the brain activates the stress response?

• A) corticoid
• B) cerebral cortex
• C) parasympathetic nervous system
• D) hypothalamus

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Definitions:

Sensory

Relating to sensation or the physical senses; transmitting or perceiving stimuli or sensory information.

Long-Term Stores

Another term for long-term memory, it refers to the component of the memory system capable of storing large amounts of information indefinitely.

Short-Term

Pertaining to a limited time period, often implying immediacy or temporary nature.

Semantic Level

Pertains to the meaning or the interpretative aspect of communication or understanding, particularly in language and logic.