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Cards (2)

  • 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