Stress Response Mechanisms

noun a hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that helps the body respond to stress and danger

• Adrenin, also known as epinephrine, is a hormone and neurotransmitter that plays a key role in the body's fight or flight response.
• I need a shot of adrenin to get through this tough workout.
• I felt a rush of adrenin when I saw my favorite band perform live.
• Her excitement was like a surge of adrenin, propelling her to take risks and try new things.

adjective relating to or stimulating the production and release of cortisol from the adrenal cortex

• The adrenocorticotrophic hormone stimulates the adrenal glands to produce cortisol.
• The adrenocorticotrophic hormone tells your body to make stress hormones.
• That adrenocorticotrophic stuff makes your adrenal glands go into overdrive.
• Her determination was like an adrenocorticotrophic surge, propelling her through the challenges ahead.