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autonomic hyperactivity

autonomic hyperactivity

arousal of the autonomic nervous system, particularly its sympathetic nervous system functions, resulting in the physiological symptoms associated with anxiety and fear (e.g., sweating, palpitations, dry mouth, lightheadedness, upset stomach).

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