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Question 2

The statements below (A–E) describe the physiological processes involved in the body's response to stress via the Sympathomedullary (SAM) pathway and the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axis.

Which two of these statements are false?

  • A: The pituitary gland releases adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH).
  • B: The sympathetic nervous system triggers the release of adrenaline from the adrenal cortex.
  • C: The parasympathetic nervous system decreases heart rate once a threat has passed.
  • D: The adrenal medulla releases noradrenaline during the fight-or-flight response.
  • E: The hypothalamus directly secretes ACTH into the bloodstream.
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Physiology of stress Questions

  1. A Level
  2. /Psychology
  3. /Physiology of stress

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