Fight or Flight Response

Mr. Andersen explains the fight or flight reaction, focusing on the body's response to danger. He clarifies that the immediate reaction is not due to adrenaline but the nervous system. The adrenal medulla plays a crucial role by sending signals that release epinephrine, affecting various body functions like heart rate and digestion. This chemical response prepares the body to handle threats effectively.

What is the fight or flight reaction?

How does the body respond when a person sees a car coming towards them?

What role does adrenaline play in the fight or flight response?

Explain how the nervous system is involved in the fight or flight reaction.

How does epinephrine affect the heart during a fight or flight situation?

What happens to the digestive system during the fight or flight response?

What are the physiological changes that occur in the body when faced with a threat?