Explain how the various components of the autonomic nervous system interact to manage the body's response to stress.

The autonomic nervous system (ANS) manages stress through its sympathetic and parasympathetic branches. The sympathetic nervous system (SNS) activates the ‘fight or flight’ response, releasing adrenaline and increasing heart rate. The parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) promotes ‘rest and digest,’ restoring calm by lowering heart rate and enhancing digestion. Together, they maintain homeostasis.

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