The fight-or-flight response is a physiological reaction that prepares the body to either confront or escape a perceived threat. It is triggered by the release of hormones such as adrenaline, noradrenaline, and cortisol, which cause changes in the heart rate, blood pressure, breathing rate, and muscle tension. The fight-or-flight response is an adaptive mechanism that helps humans and animals survive in dangerous situations.

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