Which of the Following Is Not Supported by Research on Cortisol

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not supported by research on cortisol in children?

• A)children in child care exhibit lower amounts of cortisol as the day wears on
• B)children who have poorer relationships with other children at school have relatively higher levels of cortisol
• C)children raised in physically abusive homes have higher levels of cortisol
• D)children raised in crime-ridden neighborhoods have higher levels of cortisol

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