Human Stress Reaction: Mind Changes Explored

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers on the human stress reaction, particularly the physiological and psychological changes that occur during stressful situations. Participants explore the relationship between stress responses, such as changes in blood flow and energy mobilization, and alterations in mental processes, including time perception and memory. The scope includes theoretical and conceptual aspects of stress reactions and their effects on the mind.

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Main Points Raised

  • Scott introduces the idea that the human stress reaction involves physiological changes, such as blood flow away from the skin and fat being released into the bloodstream for energy.
  • Scott questions whether there are known changes in the human mind associated with the stress reaction, specifically regarding altered time perception in dangerous situations.
  • Another participant suggests that time perception might be linked to memory and influenced by hormones released during the fight-or-flight response, referencing external sources for further exploration.
  • A participant mentions the release of adrenaline as a significant factor in the brain's response to acute stress and invites further details on brain activity during such events.
  • Scott expresses a desire for more comments and insights on the topic, indicating an openness to discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion remains unresolved, with participants expressing curiosity and raising questions without reaching consensus on the specifics of mental changes during stress reactions.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference external articles and literature reviews, indicating a reliance on existing research while acknowledging the need for further exploration of the topic.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be of interest to those studying psychology, neuroscience, or anyone curious about the physiological and psychological aspects of stress responses.

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Hello I mentioned this in General Discussion, but perhaps I can get some answers here. In the human stress reaction, the blood flows away from the skin and fat is dumped into the blood stream. The the removing of blood away from the skin allows the person a better chance of surviving in case of an injury. Also the placement of fat into the bloodstream allows for the muscles to have the most avaible energy possible to be able to get out of the situation.
Here's my question: Are there any known changes in the human mind connected to the stress reaction. I mean it seems like in very dangerous situations people say that they see time pass very slowly. Once more is there any known change?
-Scott
 
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I think that this is probably a better thread for the Mind & Brain Forum. I was googling for info because your question intrigues me too and I came up with this Wikapedia article.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fight-or-flight_response"

Perhaps time perception is related to memory, and certain hormones released during "fight or flight" alter this. It would be fascinating to know more.
I found this abstract of a literature review, perhaps if someone has time and interest they might be able to find the full article and read it--or I might if I want to procrastinate this weekend.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/...ve&db=PubMed&list_uids=9886227&dopt=Abstract"
 
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Can a Mentor please move my thread to the Mind and Brain Science Forum? I think it would get more discussion there.
-Scott
 
Well, the most obvious thing would be the release of adrenaline. Maybe someone can specify more in detail what happens in the brain during acute stress.
 
Does anyone know anything about this topic? Any comments are welcome.
-Scott
 

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