Regulating Stress With Cortisol + Adrenaline Flashcards
1
Q
What is the stimulus of stressing over her math exam?
A
Stressor
2
Q
What is the Receptor?
A
Eye sight
Brain (amygdala)
3
Q
What is the modulator?
A
hypotalamus
Anterior pit gland
Arsenal cortex
4
Q
What is the effector?
A
Heart
Skeletal muscles
Cells
5
Q
What is the response?
A
Increase heart rate and blood pressure
Pupil dilates
Fertility issues (FSH –> menstural cycle)
6
Q
What is the feedback?
A
Stress is reduced