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Mastering the Stress Response in Risk-Taking
Engaging in risky behavior triggers a stress response shaped by evolutionary history. The level of risk, such as differences in stakes during a poker game, influences this response. Higher stakes elevate stress levels, necessitating learning to manage these physiological and psychological changes. Maintaining composure under pressure does not equate to the absence of stress but rather involves adapting to an altered mental state that emerges in high-stakes scenarios.