Fear Can Result In

Question

Fear can result in
A) increased stimulation of the cardioinhibitory center by higher brain centers.
B) increased stimulation of the cardioacceleratory center by higher brain centers.
C) decreased heart rate.
D) decreased blood pressure.
E) parasympathetic stimulation.

Accepted Answer

Fear triggers the release of epinephrine and norepinephrine, which stimulate the cardioacceleratory center in the brain, leading to increased heart rate and cardiac output. This prepares the body for a "fight or flight" response to the perceived threat.