Question

Stress ________ activity in the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system. stress also _________ activity in the parasympathetic division.

Answer 1

Increases ; decreases

The sympathetic nervous is responsible for the body's reactions to increased stress levels, known more commonly as the flight or fight response. The parasympathetic swimming pool is vital in resting activities, so stress reduces the activity of the parasympathetic nervous system.