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The HPA axis of the endocrine system works together with the sympathetic nervous system to increase an individual's heart rate, blood flow, and blood sugar levels during times of stress. This stress response is also referred to as the

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Adrenaline rush aka fight or flight response

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Epinephrine adrenaline and norepinephrine a release to focus attention on the task at hand heart rate and blood pressure increase delivering oxygen to the muscles for flight. The eyes take in more light to increase visual acuity and more sugar is released into the bloodstream to increase energy. Functions like digestion, reproductive, and urinary system are slowed

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