Stress Affects the Immune System by

question 191

Multiple Choice

Stress affects the immune system by

• A)increasing its activity, thus providing more protection from illness.
• B)altering its activity to defend against specific illnesses.
• C)reducing its activity initially, but then increasing its activity after an adjustment period.
• D)reducing its activity, thus causing the body to become more vulnerable to illness.

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