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The Parasympathetic Division is in charge of "rest and digest" and has a calming effect on many body functions. The sympathetic division is in charge of the "fight or flight" increasing breathing rate allowing more oxygen intake, and increase of heart rate allowing more blood to flow throughout body.

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