The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress is the :

The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress is the
 
  A) pituitary gland.
  B) cerebral cortex.
  C) frontal lobe.
  D) hypothalamus.

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As part of the stress response, the hormone that stimulates the body to prepare for action is
 
  A) epinephrine.
  B) cortisol.
  C) testosterone.
  D) thyroxine.

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Cortisol is secreted by the
 
  A) adrenal glands.
  B) pituitary gland.
  C) thyroid gland.
  D) thymus.

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The gland that secretes ACTH is the
 
  A) adrenal.
  B) pituitary.
  C) thyroid.
  D) thymus.

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Eating healthy foods helps in managing stress,
 
  A) because they are easier on the digestive system than junk foods.
  B) especially if they contain sympathomimetics.
  C) although the precise reasons are not fully understood.
  D) because food is comforting and eating can distract one from problems.