The Fight-Or-Flight Response Is Mobilized by the

question 74

Multiple Choice

The fight-or-flight response is mobilized by the

• A)central nervous system.
• B)somatic nervous system.
• C)sympathetic nervous system.
• D)parasympathetic nervous system.

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Definitions:

Oxytocin

A substance that functions as both a hormone and neurotransmitter, playing key roles in the processes of childbirth and milk production, while also contributing to the development of social connections and trust.

Pitocin

A synthetic form of oxytocin used medically to induce labor or strengthen labor contractions during childbirth, and to control bleeding after delivery.

First Stage Of Childbirth

The phase of labor during which the cervix dilates, allowing the baby to move down into the birth canal, and is characterized by contractions.

Cervix

The lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina, playing a crucial role in childbirth.