Which body system in Selye's general adaptation syndrome (GAS) model is responsible for regulating various body processes, including digestion, immune-system responses, emotion, and energy expenditure?
A. systemic glucagon regulation (SGR)
B. hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis)
C. plasma immunoreactive somatostatin (IRS)
D. ?-endorphin and prolactin (PRL)
Answer: B
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