Effects of Elevated $\beta$ -Endorphins Include:
A) Peripheral Vasoconstriction

question 5

Multiple Choice

Effects of elevated $\beta$ -endorphins include:

• A) peripheral vasoconstriction.
• B) hyperglycemia.
• C) pain inhibition.
• D) decreased immune cell activity.

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