The body's 'fight or flight' response to stress involves the release of hormones like adrenaline and cortisol, which cause increased heart rate, quickened breathing, and elevated blood pressure.

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  Understanding Stress - Causes, Effects and Management Tips

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• Understanding Stress - Causes, Effects and Management Tips store.mayoclinic.com Mayo Clinic via serper

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