effects of the fight or flight response

Question 1

what are the noticeable effects of the fight or flight response?

Answer 1

. pupils dilates
. mouth goes dry
. neck/ shoulder muscles tense
. heart beats faster
. chest pains
. palpitations
. sweating
. muscles tense
. fats, shallow breathing
. hyperventilation- oxygen needed for muscles

Question 2

what are the hidden effects of the fight or flight response?

Answer 2

. brain gets the body ready for action
. adrenaline is released
. increased blood pressure
. live releases glucose- provide energy to muscles
. digestion slows/ ceases
. sphincters close
. cortisol released- depress immune system