A

• Point


  Understanding the role of adrenaline in fight/flight has led to the development of effective treatments for chronic anxiety
• E + E

  Beta-Blockers (e.g. propanol) are drugs that block adrenaline from binding to beta-receptors on the heart. >> thus reducing hr + bp

  Kathol et al. (1980) found propanol beta-blocker reduced both physiological + psychological symptoms in 65% of patients with chronic anxiety disorders.

  • This highlights the practical value of the role of adrenaline in the management of stress responses, to improve quality of life.

  ∴ Fight/Flight Response gains applicability