Panic Button Physiology: The Unsung Heroes

Warning: What you're about to read may cause excessive sweating, erratic decision-making, and a strong desire to flee the scene.

The Anatomy of a Panic Button

The panic button is a complex organ, comprised of:

• 1. Sweat Glands: Producing copious amounts of salty, stress-induced perspiration.
• 2. Amygdala: The emotional center, responsible for irrational decision-making.
• 3. Flight-Fight Response: Your body's way of saying, "Time to leave, and take your enemies with you!"
• 4. Cortisol Production: The hormone of 'I'm about to die!'