AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Adrenaline (epinephrine) is a hormone your adrenal glands make to help you prepare for stressful or dangerous situations. Adrenaline rush is the name for the quick release of adrenaline into your bloodstream. This gets your body ready for a “fight or flight” response.

Detailed explanation-2: -Epinephrine is both a neurotransmitter and a hormone, but it acts mainly as a hormone. Epinephrine, also known as adrenaline, plays an important role in your body’s fight-or-flight response. It’s also used as a medication to treat many life-threatening conditions.

Detailed explanation-3: -Adrenaline is released by the adrenal glands in the body. Hypothalamus sends the signal of releasing adrenaline whenever there is a situation of flight, fright, or fight. Adrenaline accelerates the rate of heart along with the flow of blood in the vessels and helps in tackling emergency situations.

Detailed explanation-4: -Catecholamine hormones, such as adrenaline (epinephrine) or noradrenaline (norepinephrine), facilitate immediate physical reactions associated with a preparation for violent muscular action and: Acceleration of heart and lung action.