Levels of ___________, a stress hormone, in the saliva are elevated during a severe panic attack.

A) calcitonin
B) cortisol
C) thyroxin
D) amylin

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands that regulates a wide range of processes in the body, including metabolism and immune response.

Stress Hormone

Hormones, such as cortisol, that are released into the body in response to stress, affecting various bodily functions.

Severe Panic Attack

A sudden onset of intense fear or discomfort, often characterized by symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, sweating, and feelings of doom.