Which of the Following Will Decrease Glucocorticoid Secretion by the Adrenal

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will decrease glucocorticoid secretion by the adrenal cortex?

• A)hypoglycemia and stress
• B)increased CRH production
• C)increased plasma levels of cortisol
• D)increased plasma levels of ACTH
• E)decreased plasma levels of cortisol

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Definitions:

Psychological Interventions

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Effective

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Tension Reduction Hypothesis

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