Over the last century,researchers have held various views of stress and adaptation.Which of the following alters physiological functions temporarily as the body deals with an acute stressor?
A)Allostasis
B)Homeostasis
C)General adaptation syndrome
D)Set-point model

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Allostasis is the process of achieving stability through change and adaptation in response to stressors. It involves the body temporarily altering physiological functions to deal with an acute stressor, such as the release of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, increased heart rate and blood pressure, and changes in immune function. Homeostasis refers to the maintenance of a stable internal environment, and is not specific to stress responses. The General Adaptation Syndrome is a model developed by Hans Selye to describe how the body responds to chronic stress over time. The Set-point model refers to the idea that the body has a set point for certain physiological systems and strives to maintain that set point.

Over the Last Century,researchers Have Held Various Views of Stress