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Anxiety Response

Meaning

The Anxiety Response is the physiological and psychological reaction cascade triggered by the perception of a threat or stressor, preparing the body for a defensive reaction such as ‘fight or flight.’ This intricate process involves a complex interplay between the nervous system and the endocrine system, manifesting as symptoms like increased heart rate, hypervigilance, muscle tension, and feelings of apprehension. In the context of hormonal health, a dysregulated or chronic anxiety response often signals a persistent imbalance in the body’s stress-regulating axes.