All of the Following Accurately Reflect Selye's Description of Physiological

question 33

Multiple Choice

All of the following accurately reflect Selye's description of physiological responses to stress EXCEPT

• A) if a stress is prolonged, the individual becomes accustomed to the threat
• B) physiological responses to stress differ, or are specific, to specific types of stressors
• C) continuing exposure to a stress may result in the individual exhibiting increased susceptibility to diseases of adaptation
• D) initially stress causes an activation of the fight-or-flight response

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