The Physiological Response to Harm or Threat Is Generally Referred

question 114

Multiple Choice

The physiological response to harm or threat is generally referred to as

• A) the stress response.
• B) anxiety.
• C) depression.
• D) hypertension.
• E) arousal.

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Definitions:

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