concept   sympathetic nervous system
2 commonsense assertions
Cultures (2) • Western countries (1) • China (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 sympathetic nervous system Western countries In Western countries, the sympathetic nervous system is associated with the fight-or-flight response, increasing heart rate and preparing the body for action during times of stress. 5
2 sympathetic nervous system China Traditional practices in China such as acupuncture and qigong aim to balance the sympathetic nervous system for improved overall wellness. 2