Chapter 16, Problem 19CYR

Summary Introduction

Introduction:

The human body is composed of a unique and complex system of hormones that regulates theinternal body environment and maintains homeostasis with their action. The hormones are also responsible for maintaining thestress response. A stressor can be anything (for example, mild exercise) that tends to disrupt homeostasis. The body has different mechanisms such as neural and hormonal regulation to combat stress. Based on the level and duration of stress, different combinations of hormonal actions take part in stress response in order to maintain homeostasis.