Question

Lionel is preparing for his first job interview. The night before the interview, he is restless and anxious; his palms are sweating and his heart is beating faster than usual. In this scenario, Lionel’s physiological responses can be best attributed to his _____ nervous system.

Answer 1

Answer: Sympathetic

Explanation: Sympathetic nervous system is part of nervous system that generates the response in the form of "fight or flight" manner. This nervous system can induce the feeling of anxiety and stress which can be calmed down through meditation, yoga, deep breathing, massage etc.

The situation faced by Lionel can be related with the sympathetic nervous system of his body .As Lionel is getting prepared for his first interview , he is becoming nervous due to which his system is generating the feeling of anxiousness, faster heart beat,restlessness etc.