Question

which division of the nervous system calms a person down once a stressful event has passed?
parasympathetic
somatic
central
sympathetic

Explanation:

The parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the body's "rest - and - digest" functions. After a stressful event, it counteracts the effects of the sympathetic "fight - or - flight" response and calms the body down.

Answer:

D. Parasympathetic