What Is the “Fight-or-Flight” Response? How Anxiety and Stress Show Up in the Body—Not Just the Mind
Anxiety and stress can show up in many ways: racing thoughts, difficulty concentrating, or trouble sleeping. But it’s not just a mental experience—anxiety often manifests physically in the body. To better understand how our bodies respond to anxiety, it’s important to learn how various systems and organs work together when we encounter threats or stressors.