The body responds differently to stress depending on whether the stressor is perceived as a threat or a challenge.

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When a stressor is perceived as a threat, the body's response is usually activation of the sympathetic nervous system and the release of stress hormones like cortisol, resulting in the "fight or flight" response. On the other hand, when a stressor is perceived as a challenge, the body produces a different set of hormones like adrenaline, leading to increased focus and energy to meet the challenge.

The Body Responds Differently to Stress Depending on Whether the Stressor