Physiological Response

Definition

A physiological response refers to the body's automatic reaction to a stimulus or situation, which can involve various changes in bodily functions.

Related terms

Homeostasis:

The body's ability to maintain stable internal conditions despite external changes.

Sympathetic Nervous System:

Part of the autonomic nervous system that activates during stress, increasing heart rate and blood pressure.

Hormones:

Chemical messengers produced by glands that regulate various bodily functions, including responses to stress.