Question

what is the meaning of \stress\? stress is a common condition that affects nearly everyone; however, becoming better informed of its symptoms and effects will help people stay healthy. stress connects the body with what is happening within the mind. the feelings of pressure, anxiety, and fear translate into stress. treatment for stress can be more elusive, however. with numerous stress - induced symptoms, a straightforward way of dealing with this condition is not always certain. what happens in the body during stress? when the body is under stress, chemicals in the body react to help us alleviate, control, and eliminate the many symptoms that are associated with the condition. the chemicals released into the bloodstream are called epinephrine, norepinephrine, and cortisol. they affect the body by increasing heart rate, increasing oxygen delivery to the brain, dilating blood vessels in skeletal muscles, and increasing blood sugar levels. all of these effects enable a person to either fight back whatever is distressing him or her, or to flee. this is called the fight - or - flight response. during the chemical release, a persons memory becomes sharper and his or her senses keener, even which of the following sentences from the passage best shows cause - and - effect organization? a. besides these individual symptoms, there are also a wide range of effects on various systems, organs, and tissues all over the body. b. while most of these symptoms are associated with normal life stresses, there is a level at which stress can become harmful. c. when the body is under stress, chemicals in the body react to help us alleviate, control, and eliminate the many symptoms that are associated with the condition. d. the symptoms of stress can surface at any time, in a variety of ways—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Explanation:

The sentence "When the body is under stress, chemicals in the body react to help us alleviate, control, and eliminate the many symptoms that are associated with the condition" clearly shows a cause - and - effect relationship. The cause is the body being under stress, and the effect is the reaction of chemicals in the body to deal with stress - related symptoms.

Answer:

C. When the body is under stress, chemicals in the body react to help us alleviate, control, and eliminate the many symptoms that are associated with the condition.