HSC 2100 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Hypothalamus, Reticular Formation, Pituitary Gland
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The relaxation response an automatic physiological response that is the opposite of autonomic nervous system activation. A focusing of the mind"s attention, repeating a mantra. A comfortable physical position physiological components of stress. Physical injury or loss of a body part. Perceived as likely to produce harm or loss whether or not it has occurred. Perceived as opportunities for growth, mastery, and gain. Fight or flight response physiological response to stress for the purpose of enabling an individual to deal with a perceived or actual threat by running away or confronting the situation. Activation of reticular formation in brain (behavior and consciousness) Activation of immune cells in case of injury. Liberates glucose and ffa"s from body storage sites for immediate energy. Everyone may need to eat, but not everyone obtains food the same way. We engage in a variety of activities, occupations, relationships and recreational pursuits to meet our needs.
