When you are frightened or angry, your heart rate and blood pressure rise; stored sugar is released into the bloodstream for quick energy; your muscles tense and receive more blood; and your blood is prepared to clot more quickly in case of injury. These changes are controlled by the autonomic nervous system (ANS), specifically, the sympathetic branch, which causes the adrenal glands to release the hormones
A)androgen and estrogen.
B)melatonin and oxytocin.
C)insulin and serotonin.
D)epinephrine and norepinephrine.

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The sympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system (ANS) triggers the adrenal glands to release epinephrine (also known as adrenaline) and norepinephrine (also known as noradrenaline). These hormones are responsible for the "fight or flight" response, which includes increased heart rate, blood pressure, and energy supply, among other physiological changes.

When You Are Frightened or Angry, Your Heart Rate and Blood